Traveling in London buses is not that easy if you are not aware of the points to follow. The famous red buses in London are convenient, quick, and most importantly, cheapest way to travel around this place. With so many sightseeing opportunities, you cannot afford to miss out the importance of traveling through the buses.
In recent years, the London bus network underwent various improvements with frequent services, new users, and improved accessibility.
Ways to pay a bus fare:
In London, you cannot pay the fare with cash. A single fare costs somewhat around £1.50. You have to pay this fare with the help of Oyster card, Visitor Oyster card or a travelcard. Furthermore, you can make the payment with a contactless payment card.
If you only travel around London, using buses and trams, then the maximum amount per day will be £4.50, as long you made the payment using the same contactless payment card or ticket. For any contactless card outside the UK, you need to check with the card issuer first for the bank charges or transaction fees.
For making any payment, you just have to touch the Visitor Oyster card on the yellow card reader, before you board the bus. Otherwise, you can show your paper travelcard ticket to the driver. You have to use only the card, where you want to travel and keep the other separately.
Some tips and advice to follow:
• It is important to buy a travel ticket, even before you leave your place.
• You need to buy the visitor Oyster card first before planning a trip.
• There are some special promotions for the card holders available, which helps you to save money on restaurants, entertainment, and shopping venues.
You might further enjoy discounts on Emirates Airline car and other Thames Clippers river buses, with the help of these Visitors Oyster cards. Keep the cards handy, whenever you are out on the road. for more details, please visit official London transport website for Buses.
