Transport for London · GBP · verified 2026-04-15
London transit fares
Tube, DLR, London Overground, Elizabeth line (within TfL fare zones)
Published fares (snapshot)
Figures reflect operator-published tariffs - not a substitute for station validators or agency fare engines.
| Fare type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Zones 1–2 off-peak (single tube/bus journey, PAYGO) | £2.70 |
| Zones 1–2 peak (single tube/bus journey, PAYGO) | £3.20 |
| Bus / tram unlimited hopper (within one hour) | £1.75 |
PAYGO with contactless or Oyster varies by zones and time-of-day; daily caps can reduce totals. Confirm on TfL Fare Finder.
Rider tips
- Elizabeth line Stratford–Paddington behaves like commuter rail fares outside Zones 1–6.
- Heathrow branch may carry premium zone charges.
Reference trip vs taxi
Same 5.0 mi · 15m reference used on rideshare hub pages. Transit shows a representative single-ride amount (median of tabular rows or flat fare).
- Representative transit ride
- £2.70
- Metered taxi (standard)
- £37.11
- £35.61 – £45.10 traffic band
Live calculator
Route door-to-door with OpenStreetMap - compare metered taxi and rideshare on identical GPS distance.
Route in London
Transit fares stay on this page; taxi and app estimates appear after routing.
FAQ
What does a single London transit ride cost?
It depends on distance or zones - consult the fare table below. Figures reference Transport for London as of 2026-04-15.
Which agency operates this network?
Transport for London sets fares cited here; confirm details at Transport for London.
Do transfers cost extra?
Transfer rules vary by ticket medium (contactless versus paper). Read the operator notes linked above.
Why can London taxis cost much more than transit?
Taxis charge regulated distance and time on curb-to-curb routing; transit spreads fixed infrastructure costs differently - compare both tools before deciding.