Do rental cars pay Congestion Charge in London?


Do rental cars pay Congestion Charge in London? You can pay the London Congestion Charge either online or by phone. Simply visit cclondon.com or phone 0343 222 2222 to pay the Congestion Charge. Hire cars are not exempt from the Congestion Charge and it is your responsibility to pay it whether you are from the UK or abroad.


How do I know if I am exempt from Congestion Charge?

Who is exempt from the congestion charge? Zero-emission vehicles such as electric cars are exempt from paying the congestion charge, as are motorbikes. If you drive an EV, you need to apply for the Cleaner Vehicle Discount before driving into the charge zone.


How do I avoid paying London congestion charge?

Drive a lower emission car if possible. Electric cars are exempt from the London Congestion Charge. If you're only visiting for the day, consider parking outside the zone and using public transport for the rest of your journey.


Are taxis exempt from congestion?

Congestion pricing will apply to riders, not drivers, of taxis, Ubers, and Lyfts. Taxi and for-hire vehicle passengers, not drivers, will pay congestion pricing tolls, according to a board deliberating rates, exemptions, and rules for the Manhattan tolling program.


How do I pay congestion when traveling to London?

You'll need to pay the London Congestion Charge each day you drive in the Congestion Charge area from 7am until 6pm Monday – Friday (not public holidays). You can pay the London Congestion Charge either online or by phone. Simply visit cclondon.com or phone 0343 222 2222 to pay the Congestion Charge.