Is it worth it to drive in London?

London is a tough city to drive a car in, particularly at peak times. London has a well-developed public transport system, which is often the quickest way to get around.



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London offers a vast, reliable (mostly) network of public transport. So unless you live in an area with little public transport, or very far away from a public transport station, travelling in London is fairly easy. Groceries are delivered by all supermarkets, so no need to get a car just for that.

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Traffic: Avoid driving in London during rush hour, which runs from 6-10 a.m. in the mornings and 4-6:30 p.m. in the evenings. For more information on London's traffic laws and regulations, see the official Highway Code.

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Driving a petrol-fueled car in London costs more than in any other city in the world except Hong Kong, according to a new ranking, partly due to the capital's congested roads. Running a petrol car cost £2,512 ($3,070) last year, about £550 more than in 2021, location technology business TomTom said Wednesday.

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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).

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Car parks in London Parking in London can be difficult because space is limited. Various car parking companies operate car parks throughout London. NCP (National Car Parks) run many car parks in London, including at airports.

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Don't rent a car when you're in a city. Renting a car in the United Kingdom can be great for exploring the countryside. But driving in London or Manchester has the same frustrations as elsewhere in the world. Instead, plan on using public transit and cabs to get around.

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Tips for driving in the UK for the first time
  1. Remember your speed is in mph, not kph. ...
  2. Mirror, mirror, signal, manoeuvre. ...
  3. Get used to driving on the left side of the road. ...
  4. Check your insurance. ...
  5. Road tolls and congestion charges must be paid. ...
  6. Negotiating roundabouts. ...
  7. You must stop if you have an accident. ...
  8. Adjust your headlamps.


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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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