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London Public
Transport : London Busses
London busses covers
almost all the routes in the central London and a convenient way to travel and
for sight seeing. Different routes covered by different bus companies and
regulated by Transport for London (TfL) body. Destinations of the buses are
mention in the front and the bus numbers are mentioned in both front and back.
Two types of bus stops available in London can be easily differentiated by
white or red background in the bus stop sign. In white background signed
places, busses stop to passengers to get down and get in. In red background
places, you have to request by holding the hand to stop the bus and get in.
Bus
timetables are available with bus stations and even you can get from the
information centers. Charges may vary from the route and the destination.
Tickets can be purchase from the ticketing machines available in most of the
bus stops. Night busses are available after tube station shut down at night and
starting from Trafalgar Square. One disadvantages of the bus travel is you can
stuck or get slow in traffic jams. If you are not sure about the bus stop to
get down, you can consult bus driver. Travel card is a way to save money in
traveling and it costs around three sterling Pounds and you can purchase from
rail and tube stations and some other venders.
London Buses Hotline: 0845 300 7000
London Public
Transport : London Taxis
Traveling by taxi is
bit expansive way but depends on your choice. If the yellow sign is switched
ON, mean ready for “Ready for Hire”. Traditional black cabs(Hackney Carriage )
can accommodate a 5 passengers and metered. Drivers usually expect “tips” and
taxi rates depends on lot of factors. Taxi drivers are experts in finding
location that is mainly because of they have to undergo tough geography exam.
Radio Taxis: 020 7272 0272
Computer Cabs: 020 7908 0207
Minicabs are cheaper than black cabs but make use to get a licensed mini cab.
There are some unlicensed "Gypsy Cabs" near major tourist attractions and
better avoid them. Women travelers can order "Lady Mini Cabs" through 020 7272
3300 and safer way for ladies.
London
Public Transport : London Tube
Fastest and cheapest
way to travel and get rid of the traffic. London underground is the most oldest
subway system in the world. Most of the prominent lactation are covered by Tube
with 275 stations and handling millions of people per day. You can get
underground map and timetable from stations. Each under ground line has their
own color and relevant stations are marked on the map. Some times you have to
shift between line to reach your destination. No smoking allowed and be careful
from pickpockets.
London
Public Transport : London Trains
Even though not
frequent as Tube, this is a convenient way to travel out from London. Get the
timetable and plan your journey.
London
Public Transport : Docklands Light Railway (DLR)
Automatically-driven
light rail network in East London.
London
Public Transport : London Car Rental
This is a way to
explore the London by your own travel plan. You need to get pay for insurance
cover and taxes also. Some contact numbers of London car hire firms.
Hertz – 08705 996 699
EasyCar – 09063 33 33 33
Europcar – 08457 585 375
Budget – 08701 539 170
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