Are London buses exempt from ULEZ?


Are London buses exempt from ULEZ? Buses, coaches and minibuses over 5 tonnes Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) do not need to pay the ULEZ charge. The vehicle types listed below over 3.5 tonnes GVW also do not need to pay the ULEZ charge. These vehicle will need to pay the London-wide LEZ charge if they do not meet the LEZ emissions standards.


How do I know if I am exempt from ULEZ?

Cars that are free to drive in the ULEZ must be Euro 6 (diesel) or Euro 4 (petrol) compliant. That means low emission and zero-emission vehicles such as electric cars will not be charged. Hybrid cars aren't automatically exempt, as some models made before 2015 may not be ULEZ compliant.


Will ULEZ include Heathrow?

Is Heathrow Airport now in Ulez? Yes, Heathrow Airport is due to be a part of London's Ultra Low Emission Zone from August 29, 2023. This means that all vehicles entering the airport either have to meet the emission standards or be prepared to pay a non-compliance charge of about £12.50.


Are London buses still free?

London buses are all cashless, so you need an Oyster card, Travelcard or contactless payment card to ride. Bus fare is £1.75, and a day of bus-only travel will cost a maximum of £5.25. You can transfer to other buses or trams for free an unlimited number of times within one hour of touching in for your first journey.