Where is the congestion charge zone?

Where is the congestion charge zone? It covers approximately the area from Kings Cross in the north to Vauxhall in the south, and Paddington in the west to Whitechapel in the east. All roads around the perimeter of the zone are monitored by Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras.

How can I avoid Congestion Charge?

Can foreigners drive in London?

As a Visitor You may drive vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes and with up to 16 passenger seats, provided your full licence or driving permit remains valid for up to 12 months from the date of entering Great Britain (England, Scotland, Wales).

How do I know if I have to pay Congestion Charge?

You need to pay a daily charge if you drive within the Congestion Charge zone 07:00-18:00 Mon-Fri, 12:00-18:00 Sat-Sun and bank holidays. No charge between Christmas Day and New Year's Day bank holiday (inclusive).

How do I know if I have to pay the emission charge in London?

London ULEZ advice 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.

Can I check if I entered the London congestion charge zone?

Using the Congestion Charge Zone Postcode Checker Our Postcode Checker tool, located on this page, is a convenient way to determine whether a specific London postcode falls within the CCZ. Simply enter the postcode of your destination, and the tool will instantly confirm if it lies within the chargeable zone.

Is London the only city with Congestion Charge?

You may have noticed that the schemes focus heavily on commercial vehicles, however, there are some instances where cars will face charges. The charges have been rolled out in London, Bath, Birmingham, and Portsmouth however most major cities in the UK across 2022 and leading into 2023.

How do I know if I need to pay London Low Emission Zone?

The Transport for London (TfL) vehicle checker will tell you if you need to pay the ULEZ charge, the London Low Emission Zone, and the Congestion Charge. All you need is your vehicle registration number and country details.

How can I check if I entered congestion zone?

How do I know if I've entered the congestion charge zone? The congestion charge zone is signposted as you enter with a white 'C' in a red circle. This will be displayed on signposts and on road markings.