How do I avoid zone 1 fare?
How do I avoid zone 1 fare? The avoiding zone 1 fare is defined by changing between the Overground and Underground at Camden Road/Town. However, due to limitations in the way interchanges are stored on the Oyster system it also works if you change at Clapham High Street/North.
What are zones 1 to 6 in London?
Within London, all London Underground, National Rail, London Overground, TfL Rail and Docklands Light Railway stations are assigned to six fare zones. Fare zone 1 covers the central area and fare zones 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 form concentric rings around it.
Is Canary Wharf in zone 1?
WHAT ZONE IS CANARY WHARF IN? On the Tube Map Canary Wharf is in Zone 2.
Can you only use contactless so many times?
While contactless allows you to make payments without a PIN, it doesn't mean you can forget it entirely. Card issuers only allow five consecutive contactless transactions that can be made before a PIN is requested in order to prevent fraud.
What are zones 1 to 9 in London?
When it comes to getting around, London is divided into 'zones' 1-9, with 'Zone 1' being the city centre and 'Zone 9' being the outskirts of the city. The system itself exists as a method for TfL (Transport for London) to calculate a customer's travel distance and charge accordingly.
What is the cheapest way to travel in 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.
What happens if I touch in with one contactless card and touch out with another on the same journey?
It's important that you try to avoid doing this, as you'll be charged a maximum fare on both of your cards.
Is it cheaper to buy a tube ticket or use contactless?
If you have a credit/debit card that supports contactless payment then use it, this will be your cheapest fare, though if you are from overseas your provider may have foreign exchange charges. Oyster Cards have the same fare structure as contactless payment cards.