These roads are London's main routes, and although they make up only 5% of the total road length, they carry more than 30% of London's traffic. See a map of London's red routes.
Our priority is to keep London moving and reduce delays, not raising revenue through fines. We are trying to help people understand red routes so that they avoid an unnecessary fine.
Signs and road markings along the red routes tell you what you can and can't do. If you don't follow signs and markings, we may issue you with a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
We monitor the following on red routes:
The majority of roads in London are managed by local councils. Roads with yellow lines or pay and display meters, parking meters or residents' parking bays are all managed by the local London Authority and not us. If you have any queries or receive a PCN in relation to these roads, please contact the relevant council who will be able to help.
Phone: 0343 222 3333
08:00-20:00 Monday to Friday, closed on weekends and bank holidays (TfL call charges)
Transport for London
PO Box 335
Darlington DL1 9PU