TFL — Transport for London Bank Charge Explained

TFL on your bank statement may relate to Transport for London, which is listed in the Travel category. Transport for London (TfL) runs the Tube, buses, Overground, Elizabeth line and more. Charges include pay-as-you-go contactless travel, Oyster top-ups, the Congestion Charge and ULEZ.

What Is the TFL Charge?

TFL may relate to Transport for London, which is listed in the Travel category.

Transport for London (TfL) runs the Tube, buses, Overground, Elizabeth line and more. Charges include pay-as-you-go contactless travel, Oyster top-ups, the Congestion Charge and ULEZ. Contactless fares are often grouped into a daily total, and entries usually read TFL TRAVEL CH or TFL.GOV.UK.

TFL is how this charge may appear on your bank or card statement.

How Do I Cancel a TFL Charge?

  1. Identify the charge: Confirm the charge is from Transport for London by checking your email for a receipt or logging into your account on their website.
  2. Cancel a recurring payment: If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your Transport for London account and cancel it in your account settings before the next billing date.
  3. Contact the merchant: If you recognise the merchant but have a question about the charge, contact Transport for London directly using the details on this page.
  4. Contact your bank: If the merchant does not resolve the issue, contact your bank or card issuer using the number on the back of your card. They can explain what options may be available and what information they need.

What Other Names Does Transport for London Use on Bank Statements?

Transport for London may also appear on your statement as:

Frequently Asked Questions About TFL

What is TFL on my bank statement?

TFL is a bank statement transaction code that may relate to Transport for London, which is listed in the Travel category. Transport for London (TfL) runs the Tube, buses, Overground, Elizabeth line and more. Charges include pay-as-you-go contactless travel, Oyster top-ups, the Congestion Charge and ULEZ. Contactless fares are often grouped into a daily total, and entries usually read TFL TRAVEL CH or TFL.GOV.UK. This descriptor appears because banks display a shortened payment code instead of the full company name.

Why is TFL on my bank statement?

TFL is how this charge may appear on your bank or card statement.

How do I cancel TFL?

If this is a recurring payment you no longer want, log in to your Transport for London account and cancel it in your account settings before the next billing date. If you recognise the merchant but have a question about the charge, contact Transport for London directly using the details on this page. If you do not recognise this entry, contact your bank or card issuer and ask them to confirm the transaction and merchant details. Only you and your bank can confirm whether a payment was authorised.

Related charges

For more information about Transport for London and all its known transaction codes, visit the Transport for London merchant page.