How Do You Use The London Public Transport System?
London’s public transport system has been up and running for a long time—the Underground railway system (otherwise known as the “Tube”) is well over a century old. With all that time to grow, it’s no surprise that London public transport has become a bit confusing to the outsider. On a positive note, London’s system of Tube trains and buses means that you have plenty of choices to get where you’re going, for a relatively low price. Get to know the Tube and bus routes. Check the Transport for London website, which has a journey planner and downloadable Tube and bus maps. The website also contains an interactive Tube map (see Resources). Click on a station name and you can find its ticket office opening hours, bus connections, and train times, as well as a map of the surrounding area. Know your zones. London is divided into 9 travel zones, and your fare will change depending on which zones you travel through. The further out from the city center you are, the higher your fares will be.
