Large parts of Kent are within the London commuter belt and its strong transport connections to the capital and the nearby continent make Kent a high-income county.
| Kent | |
|---|---|
| Region | South East |
| Established | Ancient |
| Time zone | UTC±00:00 (Greenwich Mean Time) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+01:00 (British Summer Time) |
Can you use an Oyster card in Kent?
Thousands of rail passengers in north Kent are set for cheaper fares and more convenient journeys from Wednesday 9 March as pay as you go with contactless and Oyster is extended to Southeastern and Thameslink services to and from Swanley.
What are Zones 1 to 6 in London?
The ‘Zone’ System Explained
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 are Zones 5 and 6 in London?
Zone 5 and 6, a resurgence in popularity
| Zone 5 | Average House Price | TT (Mins) |
|---|---|---|
| West Croydon | £279,250 | 31.5 |
| Hounslow West | £290,800 | 32.25 |
| Northolt | £320,522 | 44.25 |
| Harrow and Wealdstone | £329,062 | 34.75 |
What are the 6 zones in London?
Principal fare zones
| Zone | Outer London |
|---|---|
| 6 | Bexley, Bromley, Croydon, Enfield, Harrow, Havering, Hillingdon, Hounslow, Kingston upon Thames, Richmond upon Thames |
Is Oyster cheaper than contactless?
There is a very small financial advantage to using a contactless card if you’re in London for more than a week and travel extensively every single day (weekly capping) but otherwise it’s no cheaper than using an Oyster.
What zones do Oyster cards cover?
You can pay as you go to travel on bus, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground, most Elizabeth line, Emirates Air Line and Thames Clippers River Bus services. You can also travel on most National Rail services in London and some outside London.
How do I know my zone in London?
You can see the zone on the tube map. The zones are marked in either white or grey. Scroll around or type in a station name in the search box to see the zone.
What area is Zone 4 in London?
Download coordinates as: KML
| Station | Local authority | Managed by |
|---|---|---|
| Hounslow East | Hounslow | London Underground |
| Ilford | Redbridge | Elizabeth line |
| Isleworth | Hounslow | South Western Railway |
| Kent House | Bromley | Southeastern |
Which is Zone 2 in London?
Fare zone 2 is an inner zone of Transport for London’s zonal fare system used for calculating the price of tickets for travel on the London Underground, London Overground, Docklands Light Railway and, since 2007, on National Rail services.
Where is London Zone 5?
The most in-demand Zone 5 boroughs are Bexley in the south-east, Sutton in the south-west and Enfield in the north-east, according to online estate agent eMoov. “These outer pockets all offer a variety of property, plenty of parks and residential spaces,” says eMoov founder Russell Quirk.
Which is zone 1 in London?
Zone 1 covers the West End, the Holborn district, Kensington, Paddington and the City of London, as well as Old Street, Angel, Pimlico, Tower Gateway, Aldgate East, Euston, Vauxhall, Elephant & Castle, Borough, London Bridge, Earl’s Court, Marylebone, Edgware Road, Lambeth North and Waterloo.
What areas are zone 3?
Download coordinates as: KML
| Station | Local authority | Managed by |
|---|---|---|
| East Putney | Wandsworth | London Underground |
| Elverson Road | Lewisham | Docklands Light Railway |
| Forest Gate | Newham | Elizabeth line |
| Forest Hill | Lewisham | London Overground |
What zone is Chelsea?
Zone 1
While Chelsea doesn’t have its own tube station, the closest stations are only a short walk from the area – these are Sloane Square on the District and Circle lines and South Kensington on the District, Circle and Piccadilly lines. Both are in Travelcard Zone 1.
What is London’s Zone 2 3?
The stations in Zone 2/3 as of January 2016 are:
Stratford International. Stratford. Stratford High Street. Pudding Mill Lane. Abbey Road.
What does a Zone 1/6 Travelcard cover?
Enjoy unlimited travel on London’s public transport, including bus, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground, Elizabeth line and National Rail services in zones 1-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around London?
The cheapest way to travel is with an Oyster card. An Oyster card allows you to travel between all parts of London on the Underground, Trams (DLR), Overground, some river boats, Emirates Air Line, and the iconic red London buses.
What is the daily cap on Oyster?
Price caps for Oyster & contactless card payments, compared to Travelcard prices
| Zones | Oyster daily cap | Peak* |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1-3 | £8.70 | n/a |
| Zone 1-4 | £10.60 | £13.90 |
| Zone 1-5 | £12.70 | £19.60 |
| Zone 1-6 | £13.50 | £19.60 |
What happens if you don’t tap out with contactless?
If you forget to tap in or out with your contactless card you’ll get the same maximum fare as you would with Oyster.
How far out of London can I use Oyster?
Oyster Travelcard Season Ticket
This will let you travel as much as you like on any National Rail, London Overground, London Underground, buses, Docklands Light Railway and Tramlink service within London Zones 1 – 9 (depending on the zones you purchase).
What is the maximum charge on the Tube?
If you spend longer than the maximum journey time, you could be charged two maximum fares. A single maximum fare is: up to £8.90 in Zones 1-9. up to £26.00 beyond Zone 9, including on the Heathrow Express.