Also known as Routemaster, London’s red buses They are a symbol of the city. In fact, we can say that a visit to London without getting on its famous buses is incomplete. In addition, it is a very economical way to get to know the city.
However, we always have to warn that Traffic in London at certain times of the day can be crazy so, if you are in a hurry, it is best to get around by metro. Now that you know this fact, do you want to know everything about this mythical method of London transportation?
What is the bus price in London?
Each bus trip in London will cost you £1.75 and You can pay with your bank card or Oyster Card.. The maximum you will pay per day will be £5.25 and, if you combine it with metro, this daily maximum is £8.1.
It is very important that you know that the only way to pay for the bus is using the bank card or the Oyster Card, which means that you will not be able to pay the driver or buy an individual ticket in cash.
How many bus lines are there in London?
Nowadays, it is very easy to get to know London by bus, although it is true that there is no circular line with which you can take closed routes. For that, it is best to book the Big Bus London, the city’s tourist bus.
Nevertheless, A cheaper option is to travel around the city with regular buses. So that you can get to the most famous places, we leave you a list of the bus lines that will take you there. Do you dare to meet them?
Line 15
Start your tour at Trafalgar Square and with this bus you can tour the entire city. It is a very good option, since you will pass by St Paul’s Cathedral, but also close to the Bank of England.
If you want to see the most iconic bridge in London, you can also get off at the Tower of London. You decide, and the options are very numerous.
Line 88
You can take this bus next to Westminster Abbey to pass by the British Parliament, the famous Big Ben, Downing Street, the headquarters of the cavalry, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus, from where you can take the opportunity to go to Camden Town.
Line 94
You can catch it in the Notting Hill area to pasar por Hyde Park, Marble Arch, Oxford Street o Regent Street. It ends in the Piccadilly Circus area.
Line 9
Get on at Strand Street to see Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, Green Park, Hyde Park Corner and get off at Knightsbridge to visit the famous Harrods department store.
How to catch London buses?
To use London buses you don’t need to download any special app. Although they have an interactive map on the London Transport website, just use Google Maps to know which bus you have to take.
In this Instagram video you can see the explanation, so you can see how easy it is. enjoy the views of this city on wheelswithout complications and at a very low price.
