London Underground Fares 2022
| Zones Travelled | Single Journey Ticket | Oyster / Contactless Payment Card~ |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 to 4 | £6.30 | £3.20 |
| Zone 1 to 5 | £6.30 | £3.40 |
| Zone 1 to 6 | £6.30 | £3.50 |
| Zone 2 to 6 | £6.30 | £1.90 |
How much is a monthly Oyster Zone 1 4?
The prices vary according to the number of zones you need to travel through. Central London is in zone 1. Travelcards are valid for 1 day, 7 days, 1 month or 1 year.
Monthly Travelcards: 2022 prices.
| Monthly Travelcards | |
|---|---|
| Zones 1–2 | £147.50 |
| Zones 1–3 | £173.60 |
| Zones 1–4 | £212.00 |
| Zones 1–5 | £252.30 |
How much does it cost to travel into zone 1?
For travel in zone 1-2: Single tickets on the underground cost £2.50 with an Oyster card/contactless card. The full cash fare is £6.30.
How much does it cost from zone 2 to zone 4?
| Single tickets to/from zone 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Off-peak | Peak | |
| Zone 2–4 | £1.80 | £2.70 |
| Zone 2–5 | £1.90 | £2.90 |
| Zone 2–6 | £1.90 | £3.30 |
How much is a Zone 1 Tube ticket?
For Tube, DLR, London Overground, Elizabeth line and National Rail services
| Zone(s) | One Day Anytime | One Day Off-peak |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 only | £7.70 | £7.70 |
| Zone 1 and 2 | £7.70 | £7.70 |
| Zone 1, 2 and 3 | £9.00 | £9.00 |
| Zone 1, 2, 3 and 4 | £11.00 | £11.00 |
Is it cheaper to use an oyster or debit card?
Oyster cards have the added benefit of adding travel cards and discounts, which is why it is often the cheapest way to travel.
How much is oyster per day?
Price caps for Oyster & contactless card payments, compared to Travelcard prices
| Zones | Oyster daily cap | 7-day cap** |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1-2 | £7.70 | £38.40 |
| Zone 1-3 | £9.00 | £45.20 |
| Zone 1-4 | £11.00 | £55.20 |
| Zone 1-5 | £13.10 | £65.70 |
How much is a 7 day Oyster travel card?
Travelcard prices start at £14.40 for a central London 1 day Travelcard and go up to £70.30 for a 7 day Travelcard covering zones 1-6.
Is it worth getting an Oyster card for three days?
An Oyster card may be the most cost-effective option if you are only visiting for a few days. A 7 Day Travelcard is a good option if you are visiting for a week and only plan to visit central London. You can also use contactless payment, which has both a daily and weekly fare cap.
What is the cheapest way to get around London?
How to travel cheap in London
- Get an Oyster card.
- Go contactless.
- Know where you’re travelling to.
- Avoid travelling during peak hours.
- Take the bus for long distances.
- Take advantage of the Hopper fare.
- Rent a bike when it’s sunny.
- Walk wherever possible.
Can I use my Oyster card in Zone 4?
In Zones 1-9, your fare is capped so you can travel as much as you like in one day or week (Monday to Sunday), without paying more. Only contactless can be used to pay as you go on Elizabeth line services between Reading and Iver. Oyster cards are not accepted.
Do Oyster cards cover all zones?
You can use Oyster Pay As You Go in London on all suburban trains stopping in Zones 1 – 9 and journeys to: Broxbourne, Rye House, St. Margarets, Ware and Hertford East. Gatwick Airport.
What is the most TFL can charge?
Your journey time
If you spend longer than the maximum journey time, you could be charged two maximum fares. A single maximum fare is: up to £8.90 in Zones 1-9. up to £26.00 beyond Zone 9, including on the Heathrow Express.
What is Zone 1 on the tube?
Zone 1 covers the West End, the Holborn district, Kensington, Paddington and the City of London, as well as Old Street, Angel, Pimlico, Tower Gateway, Aldgate East, Euston, Vauxhall, Elephant & Castle, Borough, London Bridge, Earl’s Court, Marylebone, Edgware Road, Lambeth North and Waterloo.
Is it cheaper to get a Travelcard or tap?
As a general rule a Travelcard is more expensive than an Oyster card or Contactless payment card. The exception is if you make 3 or more journeys for 6 days or more within a 7 day period. In this case a 7 day Travelcard works out cheaper than an Oyster or Contactless payment card.
Is contactless and Oyster same price?
Every time you make a journey on London’s public transport your contactless payment card is charged a fare, the same fare as Oyster cards. Once you reach the daily cap (see below) in a day that is the maximum you will be charged for public transport that day.
Is it worth getting an Oyster card for 1 day?
Great value
Pay as you go fares are cheaper than buying a paper single ticket or Day Travelcard. Your Visitor Oyster card offers daily capping. This means you can travel as much as you like in a single day and the amount you pay for your travel is limited (or capped). Find prices for daily capping and Day Travelcards.
What happens if I tap in and out at the same station?
You can get a refund if you have been charged for touching in and out at the same station without making a journey.
Do Oyster cards save you money?
The Oyster Card is a magnetic rechargeable plastic card valid for all of London’s public transport. It not only simplifies the payment system, but it is also cheaper than paying for a single journey ticket every time you ride the Underground, bus, DLR or Overground.
Can I use my Oyster for 2 people?
If you only have pay as you go credit on your Oyster card, you can lend it to someone else. Two people can’t use the same contactless or Oyster card for a journey. If you have a Travelcard, Bus & Tram Pass or discount added to your Oyster card, you can’t lend it to someone else.
Is a Oyster card worth it?
The best reason to get an Oyster card is cost savings and convenience! It is significantly cheaper to travel in London using an Oyster card than it is to purchase individual tickets for each trip.