Transport

Find the best transport options for you

Find out about how to get to Britain, how to travel around when you’re here and everything you need to buy tickets, find the best transport options and make your journey as easy as possible.

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Flight & airport info

All the information you require regarding the UK's airport websites and their car hire and transport information pages.

Flight & airport information

Getting to Britain by undersea train

St Pancras Station

Eurostar

Eurostar is a foot passenger only, direct train linking Paris, Lille and Brussels with London...

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Eurotunnel

Eurotunnel

Eurotunnel carries passengers and their vehicles and operates between Calais and Folkestone....

Eurotunnel

Using public transport

Public transport

Inter-city train © Nick Garrod (Flickr)

Travelling by rail in Britain

Britain's rail network is modern and efficient. It covers all the main cities as well as smaller...

Travelling by rail in Britain

Public transport

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Bus and Coach Travel

If time isn't the most important factor then travelling by bus or coach is the best and most...

Bus and Coach Travel

Public transport

Bus and Taxi at Oxford Circus, West End, London, England © Britainonview / - Britain on View Source:VBimages - 23069348

London Transport

Bus, train, tube, you name it, London has it - public transport in London is the cheapest and...

London Transport

Public transport

Taxi

Taxis

Taxis are a really convenient way to travel short distances as your driver will take you...

Taxis
Hire car

Car hire

Hiring a car is a great way to travel around Britain at your own pace. You can use one for your whole visit or for a short part of it.

Car hire
Driving regulations in Britain

Getting to Britain

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Coaches to Britain

There are coach routes to Britain from numerous European destinations. Although it may take much...

Coaches to Britain

Getting to Britain

UK Ferries

Ferries to Britain

You can travel by ferry to a number of destinations all around the British coast, including...

Ferries to Britain

Other ways to see Britain

Cruise liner © Francoise C Source:http://www.flickr.com/photos/petitzozio/2187805763/

Cruise around Britain

With Britain’s coastline exceeding 12,000 kilometres it’s no surprise that cruising...

Cruise around Britain
Cycling in the picturesque village of Ketton © Britainonview / Tony Pleavin Source:Vbimages - 21984453

Cycling

Britain is one of the best places in the world to see by bike. It’s small enough to cross...

Cycling

DiscountsAnd deals

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Destinations

  • City breaks
    • Giants Causeway, County Antrim, Northern Ireland Source:© Andras Jancsik (Flickr)
      Belfast

      Northern Ireland's capital city offers an ideal location to spend a city break and is perfectly located to act as a gateway to the rest of...

    • View of the City from banks of the River Clyde, Glasgow, Scotland Source:© Britainonview / - Britain on View
      Glasgow

      Known as Scotland's style capital with its art deco brasseries, stylish shops and cultural centres, Glasgow boasts more than 30 museums and...

    • Wales Millennium Centre Source:© Britainonview / David Angel
      Cardiff

      Cardiff, vibrant capital city of Wales offers visitors fantastic shopping, lively nightlife, a thriving arts and culture scene and history dating...

    • Tate Liverpool Source:© e-peps (Flickr)
      Liverpool

      Liverpool is fast becoming one of Europe’s most popular city break destinations. Awarded European Capital of Culture 2008, it boasts more...

    • Views to Tower Bridge from the south side of the River Thames at night, London, England Source:© Britainonview / James McCormick
      London

      London needs little introduction. This vibrant, multi-cultural capital is a world leading destination city. London is full of history, heritage...

  • Discover the outdoors
    • Ring of Brodgar, Orkney Source:© Shadowgate (Flickr)
      Orkney

      The Orkney archipelago is an opportunity to explore prehistory, wildlife and seascapes, while enjoying the relaxed pace of life and genuine...

    • Sunset in Cornwall Source:© midlander1231 (Flickr)
      Cornwall

      Cornwall has more than 320 miles of the finest coastline in the world, wonderful countryside, spectacular gardens and world class visitor...

    • Royal Pavilion at night, Brighton Source:© Britainonview / - Britain on View
      Brighton

      England’s favourite seaside city, Brighton is historic, elegant and offbeat and the perfect place for a break.

    • Mountain Y Garn in Snowdonia Source:© Richard0 (Flickr)
      Snowdonia

      Snowdonia is one of Wales’ most famous regions, known for its craggy mountains, brooding natural landscapes, rugged coastline and Wales and...

    • The Cotswolds Source:© Christopher Chan (Flickr)
      The Cotswolds

      The Cotswolds is an area of gentle hills lying between the enticing cities of Stratford-upon-Avon, Bath, and Oxford.

  • History and heritage
    • Thermae Bath Spa is Britain's original and only thermal bath spa set in the busy city of Bath, England © Britainonview / Jon Spaull Source:VBimages - 21974131
      Bath

      Bath, an exquisite Georgian spa city boasting the Royal Crescent, Roman Baths, and Thermae Bath Spa. Founded by the Romans and now a World...

    • Shakespeares birthplace © floato (Flickr)
      Stratford-upon-Avon

      Stratford-upon-Avon is William Shakespeare's home town with glorious river setting, five houses associated with Shakespeare, The RSC Courtyard...

    • East Gate Clock Tower, Chester Source:© Britainonview / Ingrid Rasmussen
      Chester

      Ancient, dynamic, traditional, exciting, Chester is one of Britain's best breaks. The city offers classy architecture, world class heritage,...

    • Eton College, Windsor Source:© Reverend Dan
      Windsor

      Windsor, a short break destination combining history, fine shopping and dining, sports, leisure activities and events. Home to 13 attractions...

    • York Minster Source:© nick.garrod (Flickr)
      York

      The History of York is the History of England. There are 2000 years worth of history in this beautiful North Yorkshire city.

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