London is one of the most popular destinations for business travellers, but we all know that sometimes getting around London can be a pretty daunting experience. Thankfully a new generation of apps is helping travellers see and do more with the time they have – here’s our guide to the very best…
London Bus Live Countdown
Waiting for the bus with no success? This helpful app plugs into the TfL data you need to keep moving, with live updates on the exact location of your bus. This will help you dazzle everyone around you with your knowledge, but it also helps you get a better idea of how long you’ll be waiting, and readjust your itinerary as a result. You can also check all the other services at your location, ideal if you have to make a bit of a detour.
CityMapper
This app is the secret weapon of many Londoners, but that’s no reason you can’t reap some of the rewards during your business trip. CityMapper contains a wealth of information designed to help you get around the city quickly and conveniently. From the fastest routes around London to live train reports and maps, you’ll be able to see where you’re going and how to get there. Travelling on business is stressful, but getting around London needn’t be one of your worries. The app integrates with other platforms (like Uber) to provide the perfect all-in-one for navigating.
Redi
If you’re feeling hungry and don’t know where to go for lunch, this handy app will help make choosing much simpler. The app calculates your distance from some of London’s best eateries, saving you time along the way. You can order food through Redi to be either delivered to your location or to pick up yourself at an appointed time. For avid schedulers with limited time, this is one way of making sure you still get to experience some of the many tastes of the city without submitting to the obligatory endless queuing.
StationMaster
Signage on the Underground can sometimes be notoriously deceptive, and you could find yourself walking round in circles and wasting your time and energy. If you’d like to focus on other things, then download the StationMaster app. This fantastic little gadget provides you with a 3D map of every single Tube station, so you can navigate the labyrinth and find shortcuts, hassle-free. This is a great app for impressing fellow travellers and colleagues with your superior expertise of London’s transport system, and for making sure you get more done during your time in the city.
Uber
It’s not a new app, but Uber is still the ultra-convenient way to get around London, particularly when the time is short and if all else fails. Simply download the app to connect to drivers all over the city, and you’ll soon be well on your way to your destination.
