Getting to Britain

Getting to Britain

Planes, boats and undersea trains

Find out all you need to know about flying to Britain as well as information on high-speed rail links from Europe (Eurostar and Eurotunnel) and ferry routes to and from various destinations.


Aeroplane Source:caribb Credit: caribb

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 St Pancras. If you’re touring Kent you can also disembark at Ashford and Ebbsfleet. St Pancras International is the London Eurostar terminus. It has world-class shopping, Europe's longest champagne bar, a fresh daily farmers’ market and top restaurants and bars. Find out about the service and onward connections

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Eurotunnel

Eurotunnel

Eurotunnel carries passengers and their vehicles and operates between Calais and Folkestone. Trains run 24 hours.

Eurotunnel
Helping a guest who uses a wheelchair © Britainonview / Pawel Libera Source:VBimages - 21978481

Access or disabled needs

Whether you're travelling to Britain by plane, train, car or ferry, here's where you'll find information and advice on access, assistance and transport on your trip to Britain.

Getting to Britain with access or disabled needs

Getting to Britain

UK Ferries

Ferries to Britain

You can travel by ferry to a number of destinations all around the British coast, including routes to the Scottish Islands and the Channel Islands.

Ferries to Britain

Getting to Britain

Coach Source:Pimlico Badger Credit: Pimlico Badger

Coaches to Britain

There are coach routes to Britain from numerous European destinations. Although it may take much longer, coach is a great cheap alternative to flying.

Coaches to Britain
Destinations
  • City breaks
    • Giants Causeway, County Antrim, Northern Ireland Source:Andras Jancsik
      Belfast travel guide

      Learn everything about Belfast from its historic landmarks like Belfast Castle and Belfast City Hall to its unique blend of traditional and...

    • 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 City Guide

      This isn’t just another capital city, it’s a thriving metropolis with a unique personality formed by its iconic landmarks, centuries...

  • 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,...

    • 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
      York

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

London

Explore Europe's coolest city