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Getting Around the UK
Getting around the UK using public transport is a relatively easy (although sometimes expensive) thing to do as the country is well serviced by a network of private tube, train, plane and bus companies. If you’ve just arrived you will probably be a little unsure of the best way to get around therefore it’s a good idea to use an online tool such as www.transportdirect.info.If you’re planning on contracting in the UK contact a Commonwealth Contractors Account Manager now on 0800 294 4388 or Submit your details to find out how we can help. Account Managers can advise you on searching for a contract as well as provide information on whether to use an Umbrella Company or a Limited Company to deal with contract income.
Getting around London
The majority of contract assignments (especially those in Information Technology) are based in London. Getting around London is very easy as the capital has a fantastic network of tube, train, bus, tram and taxi services. The best way to plan your journey, stay up to date with fares and avoid congestion and delays is to visit Transport for London (http://www.tfl.gov.uk/modalpages/2605.aspx).Getting around the UK by Train
The UK rail network is serviced by a number of different private train companies. If you’re considering travelling by train the best thing to do is to visit www.NationalRail.co.uk and use the journey planner to work out your route. Alternatively visit the websites listed below.- Arriva Trains: www.arrivatrainswales.co.uk
- First Great Western: www.firstgreatwestern.co.uk
- Gatwick Express: www.gatwickexpress.com
- National Express East Coast:www.nationalexpresseastcoast.com
- Heathrow Express: www.heathrowexpress.com
- Silver link Trains: www.silverlink-trains.com
- South Eastern: www.southeasternrailway.co.uk
- South West Trains: www.southwesttrains.co.uk
- Virgin Trains: www.virgintrains.co.uk
Getting around the UK by Coach
Travelling by Coach is a far cheaper option than travelling by train, however if you are travelling to or from London you may find that you spend much of the journey in a traffic jam as roads around the capital (especially at rush hour) can be busy to say the least! To plan a coach journey visit www.nationalexpress.comGetting around the UK by Air
If you’re travelling to a distant part of the UK you may consider taking an Internal Flight. There are a number of companies that undertake Internal UK flights, these are detailed below. The best way to find a seat is to use a flight checking tool such as http://flightchecker.moneysavingexpert.com/ or www.skyscanner.net.Internal flight providers include:
- British Airways: www.britishairways.com
- Flybe.com: www.flybe.com
- British Midland (BMI): www.flybmi.com
- Eastern Airways: www.easternairways.com
- EasyJet: www.easyjet.com
- Ryanair: www.ryanair.com
- Scot Airways: www.scotairways.co.uk
