When can I drive into London for free?


When can I drive into London for free? The Congestion Charge is a £15 daily charge if you drive within the Congestion Charge zone 7:00-18:00 Monday-Friday and 12:00-18:00 Sat-Sun and bank holidays. No charge between Christmas Day and New Year's Day bank holiday (inclusive).


Can I drive my car in London for free?

If you do not pay the Congestion Charge, you will be fined £160. Most drivers with disabilities are exempt from the Congestion Charge, as are motorbikes, mopeds and bicycles. Most vehicles also need to meet the requirements of London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) or pay a daily £12.50 charge.


Can I take my car into central London?

Congestion Charge applies to most vehicles driving into central London between 7am and 6pm Monday to Friday, and 12pm to 6pm on Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays.


Can I drive my petrol car into London?

What petrol cars are exempt from ULEZ? Petrol cars must meet Euro 4 standards. Generally, this means any petrol car made after January 2006, but be sure to check before driving in London.


Where is the congestion zone in London 2023?

The Congestion Charge Zone covers most of central London including the City of Westminster, the City of London and parts of the London Boroughs of Camden, Lambeth and Southwark.


Can I drive into London without paying?

If you do not pay the Congestion Charge, you will be fined £160. Most drivers with disabilities are exempt from the Congestion Charge, as are motorbikes, mopeds and bicycles. Most vehicles also need to meet the requirements of London's Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) or pay a daily £12.50 charge.


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.


How can I avoid ULEZ in London?

Here's a run-down of what you can do to avoid the ULEZ charge:
  1. Buy a petrol car. ...
  2. Buy a diesel car. ...
  3. Buy a classic car. ...
  4. Buy an electric car. ...
  5. Buy a motorbike. ...
  6. Other ways to avoid paying the ULEZ charge. ...
  7. Other ULEZ exempt vehicles. ...
  8. Yet more ways to not pay ULEZ charges.


How can I avoid paying the 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.


Is Wembley in the ULEZ zone?

ULEZ works by applying a charge to vehicles within the Ultra Low Emission Zone which do not comply with Euro emission standards (please see TfL's ULEZ Standards page for more information). Everybody who travels by vehicle to Wembley, will be subject to the ULEZ.