How can I avoid Congestion Charge?
How can I avoid Congestion Charge?
- Plan Your Visit Properly. ...
- A Free Parking App. ...
- Congestion Charge Zone Map. ...
- Avoiding The CC Zones. ...
- Be Aware of Driving Surroundings. ...
- Opt For a Low Emission Car. ...
- Alternative Transportation. ...
- The Tube.
How do you get free congestion charge with a blue badge?
Any individual or institution in the European Union that holds a valid Blue Badge permit can drive in the congestion charging areas for free. You can register up to two vehicles that you would normally use to travel within the charging zone. This could be your own vehicle, or one you travel in.
Can I convert my diesel to be ULEZ compliant?
Can I swap my engine to be ULEZ-compliant? This depends on the vehicle type. At present, there are no CVRAS-approved ways to re-power the engine of a non-compliant diesel car.
How do I know if I have to pay ULEZ or congestion charge?
Before driving into London you should check whether you'll need to pay the ULEZ charge using the TfL vehicle checker. You should also check if your destination falls within the expanded ULEZ using TfL's postcode and map search tool. This will also tell you if you have to pay the Congestion Charge.
Do you have to pay Congestion Charge if you enter before 7am?
How can I pay the London Congestion Charge in advance? You can pay Congestion Charge up to 90 days in advance of your journey either online or by phone. Driving before 7am or after 10pm means you will not have to pay the Congestion Charge.
What happens if I pay Congestion Charge by mistake?
The rules for refunds of paid congestion charges as set out in the Scheme Order are the same whatever payment method is used. Refunds are only available for unused future days of monthly (20 day) and annual (252 day) charges. Refunds are not available for any part of daily or weekly (5 day) charges.
Is Congestion Charge free on Sunday?
London's Congestion Charge applies between 7am and 6pm Monday to Friday and 12pm to 6pm on Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays.
Can you get away with not paying Congestion Charge?
If you don't pay by midnight on the third day after travel in the zone, you will receive a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN). Not all drivers have to pay. Find out about discounts and exemptions.