The last major update to TfL’s “London rail and Tube services” map came in the summer when a number of one-time National Rail lines running out of Liverpool Street were brought under the umbrella of London Overground.
This newest version defines “London” in the broadest sense yet, covering not only Greater London but also parts of Buckinghamshire, Surrey, Essex, Kent, Hertfordshire and even West Sussex.
But despite the fact the Gatwick Express will be given Oyster readers this year, the Heathrow Express still finishes outside the Oyster zone – even though its terminus, the airport itself, is in London proper and covered by the regular Tube.
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It comes days after a 1 per cent fare increase covering the TfL network.
But although Gatwick is being brought into the Oyster region, the introduction of Oyster readers will only generate a saving of 10p on the Gatwick Express, while an off-peak ticket on other trains through the station will cost £8.
TfL’s director of customer experience Shashi Verma said: “Expanding Oyster and the contactless ticketing system to Gatwick Airport is a great step forward.
“We are committed to making paying for transport easier for everyone and this extension will allow travellers from across the world to quickly jump on a train to central London and start their holiday or business trip with minimum fuss.”
