Transportation in London

London is one of the most populous cities in Europe. Of course, the transport system is the most important artery in the body of the metropolis. It began to develop actively in the nineteenth century with the beginning of the construction of the London “underground”. The London Metro, one of the oldest in the world, opened in 1863.

The modern transport system of the capital of the United Kingdom is a well-structured and streamlined mechanism consisting of many modes of transport.

Usually, all trips to London start from the airport. All London airports have the option of renting a car. However, it should be remembered that the movement in the UK is left-handed. In addition, despite the fact that renting the car itself will not cost more than in other European countries, it is necessary to take into account the high cost of fuel, as well as the additional costs of parking and driving through the center of London.

The subway in the capital of Great Britain is quite convenient, but, due to its age, is often repaired, which causes some inconvenience. Another disadvantage of the metro is the relatively high fare and the fact that not all stations are equipped for the movement of people with disabilities. On the other hand, a certain advantage is the differentiated calculation of the fare. The price of the trip depends on the time of day and distance.

The red double-decker bus is an essential and easily recognizable symbol of London. In the capital of Great Britain a huge number of bus routes, and, as a rule, buses run strictly on schedule. At most stops there are electronic scoreboards that indicate the interval of movement of the desired route. Tourists can visit London on a special bus with an open roof on the second floor. Since traffic jams in central London are not common, such a trip can be a real pleasure. Despite the high cost of fuel, the fare by bus is usually lower than in the subway.

Bicycles are another very popular form of transportation. Bicycle riding is strongly encouraged and promoted by the state, as it has several obvious advantages: ecology, unloading of roads, physical health of the population. Special dedicated lanes are created for cyclists on the roads. But even in those places where these lanes are not treated by motorists very polite and correct. In central London, you can often find bicycle rental points.

The river tram is also very popular among residents and guests of the metropolis. Using this mode of transport, you can not only reach your destination, but also breathe fresh air on the deck and explore the main attractions of the city from the Thames side.

Any personal guide in London will be able to recommend the most optimal mode of transport, taking into account the movement along the tourist route. In order to feel the city from the inside, do not limit yourself to travel by taxi. It makes sense to study different modes of transportation.