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HOHO Tickets: Online vs Street, QR Codes, Validation

Why online HOHO tickets win most days, plus QR code scanning, activation timing, and pass validation.

2/7/2026
12 min read
Big Bus London vehicle at roadside pickup

Big Bus London

Online Wins

  • Better discounts and bundle options.
  • Emailed QR; easy to store in wallet.

Street Buying

  • Useful for last-minute riders; fewer promos.
activation:
  scan: "Show QR on phone"
  start_time: "First validation on bus"
  duration: "24/48/72h rolling"

Screenshot your QR code just in case connectivity drops.


Decision Flow

  1. Check online bundles first (often better value).
  2. If last-minute, buy at stop and confirm activation rules.
  3. Screenshot QR and save offline.

Activation Examples

examples:
  - duration: 24h
    activation: first_scan
    window: rolling
  - duration: 48h
    activation: first_scan
    window: rolling

Common Pitfalls

  • Buying premium tiers without using the extras.
  • Forgetting rolling windows start on first validation.

About the Author

London Travel Expert

London Travel Expert

I put this guide together to make your London sightseeing day simple, flexible, and full of local tips — from the best viewpoints to calmer times to ride.

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