How much is ULEZ charge per day?

The Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) charge is £12.50 per day for vehicles that do not meet emissions standards (cars, motorcycles, and vans up to 3.5 tonnes, plus minibuses up to 5 tonnes). It operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except for Christmas Day.

Do you have to pay ULEZ twice in 24 hours?

Charging days run from midnight to midnight. If you drive within the ULEZ area across two days, for example before midnight and after midnight, you need to pay two daily charges. The Congestion Charge covers central London.

Is ULEZ 12.50 a day?

Yes, the standard London ULEZ charge for non-compliant cars, motorcycles, and vans is £12.50 per day, operating 24/7 (except Christmas Day) across all of Greater London, and is payable for any driving within the zone, running from midnight to midnight. If your vehicle doesn't meet emission standards, you must pay this daily fee or face a significant penalty charge. 

Do I have to pay ULEZ if my car is parked all day?

The charge is payable for any driving inside the zone, each day the vehicle is driven within the ULEZ. If you drive into a road within the ULEZ, even if only to park, the charge is payable. The charge is not payable on days when the vehicle is parked and not moved.

What is the daily ULEZ price?

The standard ULEZ (Ultra Low Emission Zone) cost is £12.50 per day for most non-compliant cars, motorcycles, and vans, operating 24/7 except Christmas Day; heavier vehicles have different charges (like £100 for some vans/minibuses or £100/£300 for HGVs under the LEZ rules), but for typical private vehicles, £12.50 is the daily fee if they don't meet emissions standards (Petrol Euro 4, Diesel Euro 6).

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How to pay 12.50 for ULEZ?

Paying the ULEZ charge

1. When to pay.
2. Auto Pay.
3. Online.
4. TfL Pay to drive in London app.
5. London Road User Charging account.
6. Phone.

Why was I charged 17.50 for Congestion Charge?

The £17.50 charge is for paying the London Congestion Charge late, specifically up to three days after travel, acting as a penalty to encourage timely payment, with the standard charge being £15 if paid in advance or on the day; this late payment fee incentivizes drivers to use faster payment methods and avoid potential Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs).

Do I need to pay ULEZ to go to Heathrow Airport?

Yes, you do need to pay the £12.50 ULEZ charge for Heathrow Airport if your vehicle isn't compliant with the emissions standards, as the airport is within the expanded Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) for Greater London, effective from August 2023, and the charge applies for driving in the zone 24/7 (except Christmas Day). You'll pay this fee in addition to any other airport drop-off/pick-up charges if your vehicle doesn't meet the ULEZ criteria. 

What happens if you forget to pay ULEZ within 3 days?

If you forgot to pay the ULEZ charge within 3 days, you likely missed the deadline and will receive a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) for £180 (reduced to £90 if paid quickly), but you can still pay the original charge or try to negotiate the PCN by contacting TfL immediately, especially if you can prove you tried to pay or didn't know, as they sometimes reduce it back to the original daily fee if you pay promptly.

Is zone 1 the most expensive?

Yes, for London's public transport (Tube, buses, DLR), Zone 1, the central area, is generally the most expensive for single journeys and daily travel caps because it contains most major attractions, but you can sometimes find cheaper fares by cleverly crossing into it during off-peak times or by using specific Railcards, though staying out of Zone 1 usually costs less overall if you're not going far. 

Is ULEZ free on Saturday?

The expanded ULEZ will operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends (except Christmas day), with a £12.50 daily charge for vehicles that do not meet the required emissions standards.

Are there ULEZ cameras?

To regulate the ULEZ zone (which now comprises all of Central and Greater London), TfL has installed cameras across the capital. So far, TfL states there are 1,775 cameras out of a planned 2,750 installed. Many of these are around the perimeter of the ULEZ zone and its previous boundaries.

Can I tell Google Maps to avoid ULEZ?

How to Avoid ULEZ Charges and Fines. If your car is not compliant, you can avoid paying extra charges by taking care when planning your journey: Avoid ULEZ zones completely: Google Maps and WAZE have the ability to not include tolls and chargeable zones, such as the ULEZ in your journey.

What age car to avoid ULEZ?

A car is exempt from the ULEZ (Ultra Low Emission Zone) if it's registered in the Historic tax class, meaning it's over 40 years old on a rolling basis (e.g., in 2026, vehicles built before 1986 qualify), or if it was built before 1 January 1973, with both exemptions generally applying if the vehicle isn't used commercially. For vehicles older than 40 years, you must apply to the DVLA to change their tax class to "Historic" to receive the exemption. 

Are Blue Badge holders exempt from ULEZ?

Blue badge holders will need to pay the ULEZ charge unless their non-compliant vehicle qualifies for one of the following 3 grace periods. We've provided a brief summary of these grace periods here, but you should visit our discounts and exemptions page for full details, eligibility criteria and the online application.

Do I pay ULEZ on M25?

No, you do not have to pay the ULEZ charge for driving on the M25 itself, as the zone covers all London boroughs but explicitly excludes the M25 motorway, even where it runs through Greater London. However, if you take diversion routes during M25 closures that lead you into the ULEZ (which is most of London), you will be charged £12.50 daily for a non-compliant vehicle, so always check signs or use a ULEZ checker before deviating, as sat-navs can direct you into the zone. 

What is the new fee at Heathrow?

Heathrow Airport is raising its drop-off free from £6 to £7 from January 1 2026 and is introducing a new maximum stay of 10 minutes across all forecourt drop-off areas.

Is Gatwick ULEZ?

If you're parking on-site, you'll pay the charge both when you drive to the car park and again when you return to pick up your vehicle. Is London Gatwick (LGW) within London's ULEZ? No, Gatwick is outside the ULEZ zone, so you won't have to pay the charge unless you're driving through the zone to get there.

Is TFL free on Saturdays?

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You can travel free anytime at weekends and on bank holidays. If you have a Disabled Person's Freedom Pass, you can still travel anytime on our services.

Are cars over 40 years old Congestion Charge exempt?

Although classic and historic vehicles over 40 years old are exempt from ULEZ, there are many newer than that which are now subject to the ULEZ charge.