Understanding London's transport system

Here's a helpful short explainer about how London's transport system works.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yObbz8H2f0&ab_channel=Versed

Public transport in London consists of a bunch of different, complementing systems:

The underground/tube

The overground

The DLR

Buses

National rail

Trams

The Elizabeth Line (crossrail)

Walking!

The video will explain what each of these are, and how they fit in with the others.

eBike rentals are a growing option, although they tend to be pricier than having your own bike (the most popular are Lime, Volt, HumanForest, and the Santander Cycles/"Boris Bikes").

Citymapper is the best app to help you get around in London.