how much is the ulez charge
The ULEZ charge in London is £12.50 per day for most non-compliant cars, vans and motorcycles that do not meet the required emission standards.
Quick Scoop: How much is the ULEZ charge?
- Standard ULEZ daily charge: £12.50 for cars, vans and motorcycles that are not compliant.
- It is a daily charge (not per journey), running roughly from midnight to midnight , so crossing over two days can mean paying two daily charges.
- It applies every day of the year except Christmas Day.
- Heavier vehicles (like large lorries, buses and coaches) are generally covered instead by the separate LEZ scheme and different charges, not the standard £12.50 ULEZ rate.
Quick comparison: ULEZ vs Congestion Charge (central London)
| Charge type | Typical daily amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| ULEZ | £12.50 per day for non‑compliant cars, vans, motorcycles. | [5][9][1]24 hours a day, most days of the year (except Christmas Day). | [7][9][1]
| Congestion Charge | Around £15–£18 per day in central London, depending on the year and current rules. | [3][9]Only at set daytime hours in the central zone; it is separate from ULEZ. | [3][9][7]
A quick example
Imagine you drive a non‑compliant petrol car into the London ULEZ at 10pm and leave at 1am the next day. You’ve crossed two charging days , so you may have to pay two × £12.50 ULEZ charges, as each calendar day is charged separately.
Always double‑check your specific vehicle and the very latest rules on the official Transport for London site before you travel, as charges and exemptions can change.
TL;DR: For most non‑compliant vehicles, the ULEZ charge is £12.50 per day , separate from any Congestion Charge you might also have to pay in central London.
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