Low or zero emission capable cleaner vehicles pay a lower on-street parking charge but older, more polluting vehicles pay higher charges.
Saturday Sunday and Bank holidays.
| Day | Period | Charge |
|---|---|---|
| Bank holiday | All day | Free |
Can I park for free in London on Saturday?
There are no restrictions in the evening, usually between 6.30pm and 8.30am. On Saturday some areas allow free parking. In other areas it’s free after 1.30pm or 6.30pm. You can park for free all day Sunday.
When can you not park on the street in London?
Overnight parking is restricted on City streets from November 1 to April 30, inclusive.
Where can you park in London for free?
London’s best free parks Near Park Grand London Kensington
- Hyde Park. Right in the heart of west London, Hyde Park has to be one of the most popular open spaces in the entire city.
- Kensington Gardens.
- Richmond Park.
- Hampstead Heath.
- St James’s Park.
- Regent’s Park.
- Victoria Park.
Can you park on yellow lines on Saturday in London?
You can’t park on single yellow lines during the hours of control. For single yellow lines in Westminster controlled hours are generally 8:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday or Monday to Saturday. Specific times vary by location. Outside of these times you can park unless there are kerb markings.
What time can you drive in London for free?
The Congestion Charge is a £15 daily charge if you drive within the Congestion Charge zone 7:00-18:00 Monday-Friday and 12:00-18:00 Sat-Sun and bank holidays. No charge between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day bank Holiday (inclusive).
Can you drive in London for free?
London road user charging
You may need to pay the Congestion Charge, Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) and/or the Low Emission Zone charges to drive in London. Your number plate (Vehicle Registration Mark) will tell us which charges you need to pay.
What are the parking rules in London?
Single or double red lines indicate that parking and stopping are prohibited. A sign by the road will indicate when parking is banned. You may not park on a red line to load or unload, or to pick up or set down passengers. If in doubt, do not park on a red or yellow line.
What time do parking restrictions start in London?
Parking zones and restriction times
| Zone | Restriction times |
|---|---|
| A1 and A2 | Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.30pm; Sunday, 8.30am to 2pm. |
| A3, B1, and the Chrisp Street area of B3 | Monday to Saturday, 8.30am to 5.30pm. |
What are the parking restrictions in City of London?
Restrictions enforced 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Dropped kerbs and raised carriageways. Suspended parking bays. Other permit holder only bay (disabled bays, doctor bays, goods vehicle loading only bays, ambulance bays, hospital bays, etc). Double yellow lines.
Is parking downtown London Free?
Free parking is currently being offered at all municipal parking spaces in, Downtown London, Richmond Row and Old East Village.
Parking lot information.
| Parking Hours | Rate |
|---|---|
| 1 hour | $2.50 |
Can you Park on the street in London?
On-Street (Pay & Display)
Most streets in central London have parking meters, with the parking bay marked out. Some only permit you to use them for a designated amount of time (eg 2 hours) the details will be marked on the meter.
How much is parking in London Street?
Maximum stay 4 hours during the hours of operation.
Monday to Friday 8am-7pm.
| Vehicle Type | per 15 minutes | per hour |
|---|---|---|
| Electric or hydrogen or hybrid | £1.20 | £4.80 |
| Petrol vehicles registered from 2005 | £1.65 | £6.60 |
| Diesel vehicles registered from 2015 | £1.65 | £6.60 |
| Other vehicles | £2.25 | £9.00 |
Can I park on a single yellow line in the City of London?
Parking. Parking is prohibited on double yellow lines at all times. Parking is prohibited on a single yellow line during controlled hours.
Can I park on a single yellow line?
A single yellow line means that parking is not permitted EXCEPT on Sundays or outside of business hours. If you’re seeing double however, it means that parking is not permitted at any time.
How long can you park on a single yellow line UK?
During a single yellow lines hours of operation loading or unloading is permitted for a maximum of 20 minutes for private vehicles and 40 minutes for large commercial vehicles although specific times are dependent on location.
Can I drive in central London on Saturday?
Congestion Charge applies to most vehicles driving into central London between 7am and 6pm Monday to Friday and noon to 6pm on Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays. The Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) covers all areas within the North and South Circular roads.
How do I know if I have to pay to drive through London?
Check your vehicle on the Transport for London (TfL) website. You might need to pay to drive in a clean air zone if your vehicle does not meet emissions standards. Use this service to: find out if you need to pay for your vehicle.
Which cars are Congestion Charge free in London?
Who doesn’t have to pay congestion charges?
- Blue Badge holders.
- Roadside recovery vehicles.
- Accredited breakdown vehicles.
- Vehicles with nine or more seats.
- Cars that emit 75g/km or less of CO2.
- Zero-emission vehicles (Fully electric vehicles and any other zero emissions vehicles)
What age cars are exempt from ULEZ?
Drivers of cars more than 40 years old can apply for an exemption from the ULEZ. It’s a rolling exemption, so in 2022 vehicles built before 1982 are eligible to apply for historic vehicle tax class. This does not apply to commercial use vehicles such as food trucks.
Do all cars have to pay London Congestion Charge?
Not all drivers have to pay. Find out about discounts and exemptions. You can pay the Congestion Charge in several ways. It’s quickest and easiest if you set up Auto Pay.