What is the safest way to travel in London?

Travel safe
  • Buses. Sit downstairs or close to the driver on a double-decker night bus, where they can see you. ...
  • Tubes and trains. Always try to avoid sitting in an empty carriage where you are more vulnerable.
  • Cycles. ...
  • Walking. ...
  • Taxis. ...
  • Minicabs. ...
  • Pedicabs (rickshaws)




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Travel safe
  • Buses. Sit downstairs or close to the driver on a double-decker night bus, where they can see you. ...
  • Tubes and trains. Always try to avoid sitting in an empty carriage where you are more vulnerable.
  • Cycles. ...
  • Walking. ...
  • Taxis. ...
  • Minicabs. ...
  • Pedicabs (rickshaws)


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It's more than 50% cheaper than buying a paper Travelcard or single tickets with cash. Oyster cards have a daily price cap – once you reach this limit, you won't pay for any additional journeys (excluding Thames Clippers River Bus where there is no capping).

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Britain's railways remain the safest and greenest forms of land transport, but there is no room for complacency.

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5 London Safety Tips You Need to Know
  • Tip 1 – Be aware of your surroundings. ...
  • Tip 2 – Safe travel in London by knowing your way around. ...
  • Tip 3 – Make sure all your valuables are secure. ...
  • Tip 4 – Stay in regular contact with friends and family about your whereabouts. ...
  • Tip 5 – Stay cautious when enjoying London nightlife. ...
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Book as Much as Possible in Advance After all, you want to make the most of your trip to London and not spend all your precious time standing in line. TIP: Often tickets for the main London attractions are cheaper if booked online at least a day in advance.

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Supports cash: If you want to pay for your transport in London using cash, you can buy and top up an Oyster card with cash. This is normally a lot more cost effective than paying for a cash ticket, with the rare exception of a one-off single journey as you have to consider the cost of the Oyster card.

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How to travel cheap in London
  • Get an Oyster card. ...
  • Go contactless. ...
  • Know where you're travelling to. ...
  • Avoid travelling during peak hours. ...
  • Take the bus for long distances. ...
  • Take advantage of the Hopper fare. ...
  • Rent a bike when it's sunny. ...
  • Walk wherever possible.


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Yes, each person travelling needs their own Oyster card, Travelcard or contactless payment card. If you are coming to London in a group of 10 or more people who plan to travel around the capital together, you can buy a Group Day Travelcard*.

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British people are very polite and quite friendly to tourists, so don't be afraid to ask for directions if you're lost. More often than not Londoners are happy to point you in the right direction, or even offer a recommendation about their city. But keep in mind that the British like order.

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It's safe for a woman to travel around London by herself- absolutely. As evidenced by the millions of women who live in London alone or travel round the city each day. Generally you'll be left alone and no one will bother you. There are however some sensible steps you should take, like in any big city, to stay safe.

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