I'm planning to travel around UK in July for 3 weeks, big cities in general. I'm not sure to choose among Britrail Flexipass (with I'd have to buy before going there), trains paid in the moment or buses.
Which is the best cost-benefit one? Thanks.
2007-03-04 02:11:42 · 8 answers · asked by Pablo 2 in Travel ➔ United Kingdom ➔ Other - United Kingdom
Unless you are planning a "day trip" - that is leaving and returning to your start point the same day it is much cheaper to buy your train ticket in advance.
To compare train costs with buses (coaches) for inter -city trips go to
http://www.nationalexpress.com
Coach travel can be a lot cheaper than trains but usually takes longer (and I don't know how much the Brit rail Flex's costs)
http://www.transportdirect.info
This is a site that helps you plan the best way to get around.
2007-03-04 02:25:16 · answer #1 · answered by me2 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not sure about the comments stating that the British rail networks is one of the best in the world although links between major cities are good.
It may be worth considering the Brit Xplorer pass valid on National Express and Scottish Citylink coaches. While the links between major cities aren't as frequent as rail services and are slower but if you are on a tight budget and not too concerned about the length of journey these might be worth checking out. They can be bought in the UK from National Express or Scottish Citylink offices which are present in most cities and large towns. There are also offices at Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted and Manchester airports.
For more info see
http://www.nationalexpress.com/save/britxplorer.cfm
2007-03-04 06:58:05 · answer #2 · answered by NickyL 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get the "Brit Rail" pass, especially if you plan on travelling around the UK. It's so much more convenient to just be able to hop on the train whenever you want & it'll turn out to be more economical in the long run.
Have a great time!
2007-03-04 02:20:23 · answer #3 · answered by Canadian Ken 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would advise you to use British Rail System one of the best in the world.More-ever they all run into the Heart of the cities.Further I would advise you to see Brighton the most beautiful city in UK.You will definitely enjoy in and around Brighton.Best of Luck to you and Happy journey in July the best season too.
2007-03-04 02:26:38 · answer #4 · answered by shri 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Britain has the best Train System in the World. You can go practically everywhere by train
2007-03-04 02:13:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
specific a shuttle card or oyster card may well be very useful use public delivery tube is the quickest way use the tfl website to plot journeys in improve and see that engineering paintings does not impact you liverpool, manchester would be reached by practice dodge happening a weekend there may well be fix works in progression
2016-12-18 05:24:21 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take the train, by all means
2007-03-04 09:03:25 · answer #7 · answered by jupiter FIVE 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
use a train
2007-03-04 02:18:01 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋