Is it easier to travel the British Isles by car or train?

Answer 1

Unfortunately or not, car. Especially if you want to explore the beauty spots (many parts of the UK are like Heaven on Earth).

For those who warn of the transition to driving on the left side of the road - no biggie. I got the hang of it my second day here and go back and forth between the UK and Continental Europe very easily now (like riding a bicycle, only easier).

I should warn you that traffic is very dense. Also, traffic lights change backwards - red to yellow to green. You'll see most people jump yellows but I don't recommend it! You should also be aware that driving on routes other than motorways can be very perplexing - you will have to navigate a fair share of "roundabouts"; also, no turning on reds, no four-way stops - you really have to use your best judgment a lot of the time and drive fairly defensively. If you find yourself in the wrong lane, just gently nudge your way in.

In rural areas, you may also encounter some very tiny country lanes and think there's no way two cars can pass each other, but people do it millions of times a day with no tears.

I would recommend a small car if you don't feel 100% confident, as the roads are very narrow compared to the US everywhere. Built for a single horse and buggy - not a Grand Cherokee.

Parking is also a major headache in London, but otherwise not too bad.

Answer 2

Well the train will normally only take you to the large towns and cities and there is much more to England than that. Also the train station in my town IS on the outskirts and a good walk out of the main town......

Although i do usually go by train if it is a long journey (to me - longer than 2 hours) as i find it soooooo much more comfy...... You could always do that and then rent a car in that town to get around?

Nah i'd say go by car - you would miss far too much going by train..... Especially in the Southwest - the beaches and the countryside.... hmmm upto you and how much money you have..

If money was no object i'd say get the train for long distances between cities and then rent a car to get around the small towns and countryside etc......

But that is just me - i don't like cars!!!!!!!!!!!!

But journeys are certainly A LOT quicker in cars in England that a lot of other countries... You are rarely more than 30-90 mins from a large enough town.

Answer 3

Its hard to say as you have given so little information on what you want to do and see. Trains can be expensive if you do not book in advance. Cars can be hired at a reasonable price but if you are from the U.S. you will find petrol expensive. Don't forget we drive on the left and automatic transmission is rare in hire cars, in fact your driving license might preclude from driving a manual transmission car.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Most definetely by car. The motorways are very good in the UK but the rail network, since privitisation, is a shambles. Enjoy your trip!

Answer 6

By car. You can visit more places than by train. Trains in the UK aren't very economial either. cheers

Answer 7

both are quite reliable, the train does have its problems, then again so does the car