Is Oyster card only for London?
Is Oyster card only for London?
Oyster cards are only useable within the TFL zones and down to Gatwick. No Oyster Card is a London specific product and can only be used on National Rail services in the Greater London area plus a few specific routes outside.
Is Oyster cheaper than contactless?
It's publicised that if you use contactless to pay for travel in London, it's the same price as using an Oyster card. ... Of course, if you have a railcard discount (or similar) applied to your Oyster, that will always be cheaper than contactless. Discounts cannot be applied to contactless payment cards.
Can you use Oyster anywhere?
Oyster cards You can pay as you go to travel on bus, Tube, tram, DLR, London Overground, most TfL Rail, Emirates Air Line and Thames Clippers River Bus services. You can also travel on most National Rail services in London and some outside London.
How much is a 7 day Oyster card?
Weekly prices
| Type | 7 Day Price |
|---|---|
| Adult Zones 1-3 | £43.50 |
| Adult Zones 1-4 | £53.20 |
| Adult Zones 1-5 | £63.30 |
| Adult Zones 1-6 | £67.70 |
How do I put money on my Oyster card?
If you need to add more value/credit to your Visitor Oyster card you can simply 'top up' at one of the machines in the stations, or by going to one of the Transport for London ticket desks. Any credit you don't use can be kept on your card for use at a later date.
Do we need to buy an Oyster card?
- ONE OYSTER CARD PER PERSON: You need an oyster card for each person, it is not possible for several people to use the same oyster card for travelling around London. The Visitor Oyster Card is an Oyster Card designed for tourists. It works exactly like a normal oyster card, with pay as you go credit that you can top up and it applies the same fares.
How to get an Oyster card?
- There are a number of ways to obtain an Oyster card . In London you can get a card in person (e.g., from a station or newsagent) and you don't need to open an Oyster account to do so (although you can later on, if you'd like). You can also buy an Oyster card online, but to do so you'll need to open an Oyster account.
Is it worth to get Oyster card?
- The true advantage of the Oyster is how much money it saves you on your vacation. The savings add up quickly, and it is well worth it to get a card. The biggest decision you will have to make is whether you want to get the standard Oyster or the visitor Oyster. They both have their advantages, so you will have to decide which one fits your needs.
What does Oyster card mean?
- Oyster card noun [ C ] uk /ˈɔɪ.stə ˌkɑːd/ us /ˈɔɪ.stɚ ˌkɑːrd/. › a small plastic card that can be used as a method of payment on buses, trains, and the underground in London.
