Single and return tickets
Why buy this ticket?
You can buy a single and return ticket if you don't travel regularly, you're making a one-off journey, or want the ticket for expenses.
However, it's cheaper to pay as you go for your travel using contactless (card or device) or an Oyster card.
For expenses, it's easy to use an Oyster and contactless account.
How much does it cost?
Find the price for a single journey on our single fare finder. A return fare is double the price of a single fare. You'll be given a Day Travelcard if it's cheaper.
Where can I use it?
You can buy single and return tickets for travel on Tube, DLR, London Overground, Elizabeth line and National Rail services.
Where to buy
You can buy single and return tickets from ticket machines at Tube, DLR, London Overground, Elizabeth line and National Rail stations.