2. Note from history
basic transport system at the
beginning of 19th century
London – expanding city
more people – more needs
new term – commuter
beginning of London Underground
3. Transport system evolution
1890 – underground expand
1898 – bus introduction
Second World War II impact
1960s – the gold times of underground
4. Three decades ago
globalisation
new urbanisation
more demanding society
5. Transport for London (TfL)
created in 2000
goverment local body
implements strategy
manage transport services
6. TfL structure
London Underground
London Rail
London Buses
London Streets
London Overground
and much more...
7. Fares
most modes have their own regiments
for single fare ...
... but they share period ticket system
Travelcard
Oyster card
Oyster Pay As You Go