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.



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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). The easiest way to pay is by setting up Auto Pay.

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On top of this, for drivers going to Heathrow there is a £5 drop-off charge and a minimum of £6 charge at short-stay car parks (or free for up to 30 minutes at long-stay car parks). Previously, there was no charge. Drivers have to either log on or phone up with their registration number to pay.

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  • Regent's University London. 45 spaces. 20 min.
  • St John's Wood. 237 spaces. £122 hours. 20 min.
  • Church Street. 146 spaces. 21 min.
  • Marylebone Road. 120 spaces. £21.902 hours. 24 min.
  • Bell Street. 201 spaces. 26 min.
  • ParkBee Lanark Road. 64 spaces. 29 min.
  • Hilton London Metropole. £102 hours. 30 min.
  • London Zoo. 171 spaces. £702 hours. 37 min.


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Q-Park has 8 secure car parks outside the congestion zone, conveniently located close to tube stations to assist you on your journey:
  • Park Lane.
  • Marble Arch.
  • Queensway.
  • Knightsbridge.
  • Pimlico.
  • St. John's Wood.
  • Tower Bridge.
  • Church Street.


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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.

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If you're comfortable driving into London, you can park for free on Saturday and Sunday at Westminster, on Storey's Gate and surrounding roads. Single yellow lines and certain bays are fine, obviously check when you're there. I park there regularly on Saturday and never have a problem finding a space.

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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.

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