London Underground Guide

You are required to have a ticket on you at all times while on the London Underground.  Not only are there ticket checks that will incur a £80 penalty if you fail to produce a ticket, but you'll also need a ticket to exit the station at the end of your trip.

1) Fares

Single fares for most destinations in London are £4.90 for adults.  If you're traveling further out of the city, your fare may be higher depending on the zone you travel to.  You should, however, consider buying an Oyster Card as fares are only half price when using the card.

2) Oyster Card

Almost everyone who uses the London Underground, tourists and locals alike, use an Oyster card.  It's a permanent reusable electronic ticket that can be topped up whenever needed.  Fares for most destinations in London are just £2.40 for adults when using the card.

1) At the station

Once you've paid, simply tap your ticket or Oyster Card on the gate to enter the Underground.

2) Find your train

To find your train line just follow the colored directional arrows and signs.  As each line has trains going in two different directions, check the directional map on the wall to make sure you're heading the right way.

3) Exiting the station

Once you've arrived at your final destination, find your desired exit, tap your Oyster Card or ticket at the exit gate to leave the station.

Most trips will involve transferring from one line to another.  When you get off at your transfer station, follow the colored directional signage leading you to your next line.  Again, make sure you're going in the right direction and off you go.