Let’s be real: most tourists buy a Zone 1-2 Travelcard because they think London is just Central London. But you? You’re smarter. Zone 4 includes places like Richmond Park (deer!), Wembley Stadium (football!), and Greenwich (time zones!). If you’re venturing out that far even once, the Zone 1-4 ticket is a bargain compared to buying separate singles.
For example, a single Tube journey from Zone 4 to Zone 1 during peak times costs about £5.50. Two of those? That’s £11.00. Add a bus ride? You’ve already passed the cap. So, a Travelcard only makes sense if you’re making three or more journeys in a day. Otherwise, just tap and go.
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And here’s a pro tip from a grumpy commuter: if you’re a family, get a group Travelcard (up to 4 adults and 4 kids). It costs £35.20 peak for Zones 1-4, which splits to £8.80 per adult. That’s cheaper than the individual price. Math for the win.
