FAQ: What Area Does The London Congestion Charge Cover?

How do I know if I drove in the congestion zone?

If you’ve driven into the Congestion Charging zone there’s no way to find out if your vehicle’s number plate was recorded or not, other than wait to see if you get a letter or fine through the post.

Is this postcode in congestion zone?

The congestion zone covers the following postcode area: EC1, EC2, EC3, EC4, SE1, SW1, W1, WC1 and WC2.

Do I need to pay the London emission charge?

Unless your vehicle is exempt, you’ll need to pay a daily charge to bring it into Greater London. Pay the charge on the TfL website.

Where does the ULEZ zone start?

From 25 October 2021, the Ultra Low Emission Zone ( ULEZ ) is expanding from central London to create a single, larger zone up to the North Circular Road (A406) and South Circular Road (A205).

How do you know if you need to pay congestion charge?

You can pay in advance, on the day of travel or by midnight of the third charging day after travel. You need to pay a daily charge if you drive within the Congestion Charge zone 07:00-22:00, every day, except Christmas Day (25 December).

Where is the London congestion zone?

The current congestion charge zone covers the area within the London Inner Ring Road which includes both the City of London, which is the main financial district, and also the West End, which is London’s primary commercial and entertainment centre.

Is Holland Park in the congestion zone?

Holland Park Theatre is not in the congestion charge zone.

Who is exempt from congestion charge?

NHS vehicles that are exempt from vehicle tax. Vehicles used by disabled people that are exempt from vehicle tax and have a ‘disabled’ taxation class. Vehicles for more than one disabled person (for example Dial-a-Ride) that are exempt from vehicle tax and have a ‘disabled’ taxation class.

Does my car have to pay congestion charge?

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. If your vehicle does not meet the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards, you must also pay the ULEZ charge.

What cars are exempt from London congestion?

Since 8 April 2019, only vehicles capable of achieving zero-emissions driving – such as plug-in hybrids and fully electric cars – have been exempt from the Congestion Charge.

What is the ULEZ charge in London?

The ULEZ daily charge is: £12.50 for most vehicle types, including cars, motorcycles and vans (up to and including 3.5 tonnes) £100 for heavier vehicles, including lorries (over 3.5 tonnes) and buses/coaches (over 5 tonnes)

Is my car OK for ULEZ?

It’s all to do with the specific emissions regulations your car meets. Diesels need to meet Euro 6 standard, while petrol driven cars only need to meet Euro 4. The simplest way of finding out if your car will be hit by the ULEZ charge is with your vehicle registration number.

Can I convert my diesel car to Euro 6?

Diesel vehicles can potentially be converted to meet Euro 6 emission standards. Because a large part of the process to reduce harmful gases takes place in the exhaust system, it’s a more viable option.

Do I have to pay ULEZ and congestion charge?

You need to pay a £15 daily charge if you drive within the Congestion Charge zone 07:00-22:00, every day, except Christmas Day (25 December). If your vehicle does not meet the Ultra Low Emission Zone ( ULEZ ) standards, you must also pay the ULEZ charge.

Can I drive a diesel car in London?

Can you drive diesel cars in London? All of Britain’s 12.9 million diesel cars are allowed to be driven in London. Around 9.5 million of them don’t meet the latest Euro 6 emissions standards, so they will incur the £12.50 daily ULEZ charge if they are driven in the zone.