The best student accommodations near London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine are cleverly located within the vicinity of public transport. Along with the iconic London Underground Tube, the DLR (a machine-driven light train), London's main transportation for students in London are:
1. Train- A dedicated metro rail network in London connects all of the city's zones, from London City Centre to Waterloo and Piccadilly Circus Station.
2. Bus- London serves you the most efficient bus services, running around the city throughout the day. In London, daily bus fares range from £2 to £5. If you are to travel by bus frequently, then getting an "Oyster card" is essential as well as financially beneficial rather than buying cash tickets. Moreover, students get 30% off London weekly, monthly and annual transport travel cards once registered at the school.
3. Taxis or Cab- The traditional London black cabs are the only type of taxi you can hail in the street. 'Transport for London' has a mobile phone service called 'Cabwise' where you can simply text the word "home" to 60835 and you will instantly receive a text listing the three nearest licensed minicab firms.
4. Cycling- students are encouraged to cycle as it is both healthy, eco-friendly and affordable.. LSHTM has some good cycle lanes along with plenty of bike racks at LSHTM and nearby. If you plan to cycle, we recommend you wear high visibility clothing, a helmet, use lights when it’s dark and buy a good lock.