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10 Ways Commuters can Save Money in 2018

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Whether it’s out of necessity or a New Year’s resolution, many of us want to save money in 2018. We’re here with advice on how to save money on your train, bus and London Underground journeys this year. It was sad news when it was announced that UK rail fares would be increased. Rail ticket … Continued

TfL’s Walking Tube Map for a Healthier Commute

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Transport for London (TfL) has created a Walking Tube Map and it’s the best thing for anyone kick-starting new healthy habits or looking to save money on London Underground tickets. The benefits of walking are huge. It can help reduce the risk of heart disease, improve your mental health, help you sleep better and in … Continued

Which Tube Map lines are Actually “Tube” lines?

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It’s no secret that the Tube Map is getting as crowded as a train carriage at rush hour. But among all of the Tube Map’s numerous lines which ones are actually Tube lines and which ones aren’t? What’s the difference between the London Underground and the DLR? And what would the map be like without … Continued

TfL Transport Changes for Christmas and New Year

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Can you believe it’s that time already? We’re having our Christmas parties and panicking about whether the Tube lines are running or not. Well, not to fear, we’re here with a complete guide to the works, closures and changes that you need to be aware of. This is everything you need to know about what’s … Continued

Top 10 Busiest London Tube Stations

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  London transport can get incredibly crowded, so it’s essential to know which Tube stations are the busiest and how you can avoid them. Understandably major train stations and tube stations that cover multiple lines are the busiest on the network. They feature heavily on this list but there may be one or two entries that surprise … Continued

Augmented Reality: The future of navigation

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Something very exciting has arrived for London bus users and it will change the way we navigate forever. Augmented Reality hit the headlines recently, thanks to the launch of iOS 11 and Apple’s ARKit. While many apps use AR in games and for entertainment purposes, we want to create an innovative new use for Augmented Reality. We’ve developed … Continued

The Top Christmas Markets and Ice Rinks in London

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Who doesn’t enjoy visiting Christmas markets?  Whether you are with a group of friends or with your family, there is something for everyone out there in London this holiday season. Do you want a traditional market with German log cabins, bratwurst and mulled wine? Or do you want an outdoor cinema with carnival rides and Mexican … Continued

Which Subway Maps are too Big for Human Comprehension?

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If you’ve ever looked at the London Tube Map or New York Subway map and struggled to make sense of it, don’t worry you’re not alone. Scientific research has confirmed that modern transport maps are too complex for the human mind to fully understand. Mathematicians and physicists from Oxford and Paris worked out that journeys … Continued

Bus Times London Playlists Competition

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Your Chance to Win Apple Music FREE for 1 Year! It’s the Playlists Competition Bus Times London has a brand new feature for iOS 11 called Playlists. With the tap of a button, Bus Times London can create a music playlist based on the length and route of your journey. You can learn more about … Continued

Which Lines are Affected During the October 2017 Tube Strike?

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Update on 04/10/17: The Tube Strike has been called off. A union representative has said that “sufficient progress” had been made. However please be aware that a separate rail strike is still due to go ahead. This will affect Southern, Merseyrail, Arriva Rail North and Greater Anglia trains on Thursday. A Tube Strike is planned … Continued