London congestion charge
The London congestion charge is a fee for some motorists travelling within those parts of London designated as the Congestion Charge Zone (CCZ). The main objectives of this charge are to reduce congestion, and to raise funds for investment in London’s transport system. The zone came into operation in parts of Central London on 17 February 2003 and it was extended into parts of West London on 19 February 2007. The organisation responsible for the charge is Transport for London (TfL).
A payment of £8 is required for each day a chargeable vehicle enters or travels within the zone between 7am and 6pm (Monday-Friday only); a fine of between £60 and £180 is imposed for non-payment.
The charge is currently active between 7am and 6.00pm, Monday to Friday, excluding Public Holidays. You do not have to pay the charge on weekends, English public holidays, designated non-charging days, or between 18:00 and 07:00.
If you are planning to travel into central London by car, then you should consider the links below for further information:
- Information about the London congestion charge from Transport for London. Explains who has to pay and gives details of pricing, the hours when the charge applies and exemptions to the charge.
- Discounts and Exemptions from the congestion charges
- Congestion Charge guide