Tickets can only be used on National Rail services.
Do rail tickets work on London Underground?
Mobile Tickets and etickets aren’t valid for the London Underground so if you book a journey with us that travels through London on the tube, we won’t offer you this option.
Is the London Underground part of National Rail?
The gate lines of the national rail system and the underground system are not linked.
Is National Rail covered by oyster?
Oyster PAYG can be used for on all journeys on National Rail, London Underground, DLR, London Bus and London Trams services wholly within the London Fare Zones area, and PAYG can also be used on Southeastern’s HS1 service between St Pancras International and Stratford International, Gatwick Express and Southern
Does a TfL Travelcard include National Rail?
A Travelcard (in the zones it’s valid for) gives you unlimited travel at any time on bus, Tube, Tram, DLR, London Overground, Elizabeth line and National Rail services in London.
Can you use rail tickets on the tube?
Tickets can only be used on National Rail services.
What is the cheapest way to use the London Underground?
Pay as you go
You don’t have to work out the cost of your journey in advance. You can pay as you go using contactless (card or device), an Oyster card or a Visitor Oyster card. It also offers great value as pay as you go is cheaper than buying single tickets and you get daily and weekly capping.
Is TfL rail the same as National Rail?
Overview. Although operated under the TfL brand, London Overground and the Elizabeth Line are part of the National Rail network for the purposes of staff travel. Likewise TOC services on dual availability routes are also included as a part of the National Rail network.
Can I use my national bus pass on London Underground?
You can also use your pass in London on buses bearing the Transport for London roundel logo (you cannot use your pass on the Underground, DLR, Trams or non Transport for London buses).
Is the train and tube the same in London?
Know your Lines
“The Tube” refers to the London Underground that services most of the city, the “The Overground” is the rail network that serves Greater London, and “The National Rail” is the train service that connects London to other parts of the UK.
What happens if you don’t tap out underground?
Charges if you don’t touch in and out
If you don’t touch in and out, we can’t tell where you’ve travelled from or to, so your journey will be incomplete. Maximum fares don’t count towards capping. If you don’t touch in, you may be charged a penalty fare.
How much is a day Travelcard for London Underground?
It’s priced as a one day travel pass.
Daily prices.
| Type | Day Anytime Price | Off-Peak Day Price |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Zones 1-5 | £13.10 | £13.10 |
| Adult Zones 1-6 | £14.10 | £14.10 |
Is it cheaper to buy a train ticket or use contactless?
You can add money to an Oyster card or use contactless (card or device) straight away. You only pay for the journeys you make and it’s cheaper than buying a paper single or return ticket (train companies may offer special deals on some journeys).
Is it cheaper to use an Oyster card or contactless?
It’s the easiest and most convenient way to pay, is supported on every form of transport, and in most cases is either cheaper or the same price as using an Oyster card.
Is a Railcard the same as an Oyster?
With an Oyster card, you can get your Railcard discount loaded onto your Oyster card to save 1/3 on single off-peak pay as you go fares on London Underground and Docklands Light Railway services in London. You will need to have registered your Oyster in your name to do this.
Is it better to use an Oyster card or contactless?
A contactless visitor Oyster card is excellent for pay as you go travel as fares are capped. This means this may cost less than a physical ticket. However, a standard contactless card will offer the same benefits. However, the visitor Oyster card is perhaps best used by tourists from foreign countries.
Does Railcard include underground?
Your National Railcard gives you discounts on the Tube, DLR, London Overground, Elizabeth line and National Rail services.
Can I use senior railcard on London Underground?
London. Senior Railcard holders can also register their Railcard discount onto an Oyster card to get 1/3 off Oyster pay as you go single fares and daily caps on National Rail, London Underground and Docklands Light Railway services.
What does a train ticket to London Terminals mean?
My ticket says ‘to/from London Terminals’
This means you can travel to or from any London Terminal provided it’s on a reasonable line of route. For instance, a ticket from Cambridge to London Terminals would be valid for travel to: London Kings Cross. London Liverpool Street. Moorgate.
How can I ride the tube for free?
Free and discounted travel
- Children under 5 travel free. Children under 5 travel free with a fare paying adult – check your fare.
- Children aged 5-10.
- 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard.
- 16+ Zip Oyster photocard.
- Rules of travel for under 18s.
- Travel for schools.
- 18+ Student Oyster photocard.
- Apprentice Oyster photocard.
How can I save money on the London Tube?
Save money on the Tube
The cheapest way of getting around by tube is by using an Oyster card, which you can obtain from any London Underground station or by visiting the Transport for London website here.