Can you use child Oyster card on trains?
Can you use child Oyster card on trains? Children aged over 10 years and 11 months and under 16 on 31 August can get an 11-15 Zip Oyster photocard to: Travel free on buses and trams. Travel at child rate on Tube, DLR, London Overground, TfL Rail, Emirates Air Line and most National Rail services in London.
What is the best way to travel around London as a family?
The best way to get around London is the rapid-transit London Underground, or what locals call the Tube. You can even take the Tube from Heathrow Airport (LHR) – one of the world's busiest airports – into the city center.
Do kids go free on train to London?
Details. Up to 4 children aged 5 -10 years old can travel free on the following Transport for London services when accompanied by an adult travelling with a valid ticket. Children travelling free do not require tickets and will be allowed through ticket gates by staff. The accompanying adult should use gates as normal.
Do children need their own Oyster card?
Very young children do not need their own Oyster cards if travelling with a fare-paying adult. You can ask station staff to open the wide luggage gate for children to go through. Alternatively, some gates can be opened automatically with a ticket or Oyster card.
Is it cheaper to use an Oyster card or buy a ticket?
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).
How do I get child discount on Oyster card?
If you're travelling with children aged 11-15, buy a Visitor Oyster card before you leave home and, when you arrive in London, you can ask a member of our staff to add a Young Visitor discount to a Visitor Oyster card at: most Tube stations. our Visitor Centres. Victoria National Rail station ticket office.
Does my 7 year old need an Oyster card?
When you don't need a 5-10 Zip Oyster photocard. Up to four children under 11 travel free with a fare-paying adult. Your child doesn't need a photocard to: Travel free on buses and trams (unless they look older than 10)
What is the difference between an Oyster card and a Visitor Oyster card?
In conclusion, the main difference between Standard and Visitor Oyster cards is that Standard Oyster cards are reusable, while Visitor Oyster cards are disposable. In addition, standard Oyster cards do not come with a daily price cap, while Visitor Oyster cards do.
What are the cons of Oyster card?
- A £7 cost applies when you get a standard or visitor card.
- You'll need to top it up in advance of travel.
- You can't use an Oyster card at any station between Reading and Iver.
- Some funds are likely to remain unused.
- Taxis don't accept Oyster Cards.
How many times can I use my Oyster card in one day?
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. Use your card and save money at restaurants, shops, galleries and entertainment venues.
Does my 11 year old need an Oyster card?
Children under 11 travel free on most public transport services in London when accompanied by a fare-paying adult, or with a 5-10 Zip Oyster photocard. Children aged 11 to 15 years old can get free or discounted travel with a Zip Oyster photocard, or a Young Visitor discount.