Right now, a daily Zone 1-2 Travelcard costs £8.10 for adults. That’s less than a mediocre cocktail. Or three sad sandwiches from a train station.
But here’s the kicker: that price is frozen for 2026. No inflation creep. No surprise hikes. Just a steady, reliable number in a world gone mad.
Think of it as a financial hug from Mayor Sadiq Khan. A tiny island of stability in a sea of rising costs.
The Shameful Tube Secret
Nobody talks about this, but I will. Using a contactless card is cheaper than a Travelcard for most trips. A single Zone 1-2 journey costs £2.80 peak, £2.70 off-peak.
But the Travelcard has a superpower: unlimited bus rides. All day. Every red double-decker is yours for one flat price.
That means you can hop on a bus just for the view. Ride to Camden for the music. Then take another bus to Peckham just for a bagel. The fare police won’t blink.
