How to Use Night Buses in London
You've had a good night out, the time has just flown by, you look down at your watch and realize that you have missed the last tube train. This does not mean that you have to spend a fortune on taxis. London has one of the most efficient public transit services in the world. Here's how to use it.
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Instructions
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Find the right night bus. Night buses are always marked with an N before the number. In big areas like Trafalgar Square, you can look at the bus shelters and the night bus destinations are alphabetically listed with a number of the corresponding bus.
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Walk to the bus stop. Remember that fare for night busses differ. If you have a Travel card, night bus fare is included; otherwise, the bus driver will tell you the fare.
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Check the bus route by studying the information in the space either on the upper level or down below near the front of each bus.
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Get off the bus on a main street near a tube station in the area you require.
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Tips & Warnings
When riding on night buses, it's better to ask the driver where you're going, rather than other passengers.
Sit near the driver if the bus is very empty
Night buses travel long routes so they can cater to everyone. Just ask the driver if you get confused.
As with anywhere in the world, traveling at night can be dangerous. Always get on and off night buses in busier areas.
Make sure you have money for the bus if you don't have a Travel card. Bus drivers very rarely accept notes so carry change.
