Did you know that for short hops, a Santander Cycle hire (those iconic blue bikes) is often cheaper than a single Tube ride? A 30-minute ride costs just £1.65, and your first trip each day is often under £3.
Combine a short cycle with a single Tube ride to avoid a zone change. For example, cycle from Zone 2 into Zone 1, then hop on a single-zone Tube ride. It’s a cheeky, healthy, and hilarious way to save a pound or two.
Zone Hopping? Do It Backwards
If you’re heading from Zone 3 to Zone 1, try walking or cycling the first or last mile between zones. A journey from Zone 3 to Zone 2 is cheaper than going all the way into Zone 1.
Use your legs to skip just one zone boundary, and you’ll see the fare drop instantly. It’s like a puzzle game where the prize is more money for a coffee (or a cheeky pint).
