Children under 11 ride for free. Just tap them in. They cost literally zero pounds. Meanwhile, you’re over here calculating break-even points for a rectangle of plastic.
The price of a Zone 1-2 Travelcard is boring. But the system around it is a beautiful, chaotic web of discounts, caps, and loopholes.
So next time you tap in, smile. You’re not just paying for a ride. You’re participating in London’s oldest game: getting from A to B without paying the stupid price.
