Where is the new congestion zone?
From 25 October 2021, the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is expanding from central London up to (but not including) the North Circular and South Circular roads. The ULEZ is central to the Mayor of London’s plans to improve Londoners’ health.
How do I avoid congestion charge map?
How do I avoid the congestion charge?
- Download an app. There are multiple mobile apps on the market that can help you to avoid congestion charges.
- Check routes before you set off.
- Visit the city at a certain time.
- Keep your eyes on the road.
- Park outside the zone.
- Travel together.
- Pay your congestion charge.
What zones do you pay congestion charge?
The Congestion Charge applies between 7am and 10pm, seven days a week, except Christmas Day. The Congestion Charge costs £15 if you pay in advance or on the same day….London’s congestion charge zone currently covers the following areas:
- St. James’s.
- St. Pancras.
- Euston.
- Barbican.
- Waterloo.
- Borough.
- City of London.
- Clerkenwell.
Where does the ULEZ zone cover?
Central London
The ULEZ currently covers most of Central London, including the City and Westminster areas, and operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days of the year. It will be expanded to cover most of Greater London from October 25 2021, accounting for the entire area between the North and South Circular roads.
Will my car be affected by ULEZ in 2021?
From 25 October 2021 the ULEZ boundary will be expanded from central London to create a single larger zone up to the North and South Circular Roads. Vehicles using these roads and not going into the ULEZ will not be charged.
What time does the London Congestion Charge start and finish?
The Congestion Charge is a £15 daily charge if you drive within the Congestion Charge zone 07:00-22:00, every day, except Christmas Day (25 December). The easiest way to pay is by setting up Auto Pay. Exemptions and discounts are available too.
How do I know if I have driven in the ULEZ zone?
Other than ULEZ signage throughout the chargeable area, there are no toll booths or barriers. The only way you will know if you have driven through the ULEZ area without paying is when the official letter comes through your letterbox!
How do I know if my car is ULEZ exempt?
The best way to check whether or not your vehicle is exempt from the ULEZ charge is to enter its registration number (number plate) into the ULEZ vehicle checker at the Transport for London website.