How much does a phone call really cost?

0800, 0870, 090, 030, 020... There are so many different phone numbers that keeping tabs on how much they cost to call can be confusing. So what do they all mean?

Ofcom have produced this handy guide to common phone numbers, some of the ways that they are used and the indicative costs of calling them from landlines or mobile phones. 

The prices below are indicative only and should not be used as a definitive list of call charges. Actual costs depend on your communication provider and a number of factors such as individual calling plans, time of day and the exact number called. You should check with your provider before you dial.