TRAVEL

Travel takes up a big part of every day life - travelling to school, college or work, visiting your friends or going shopping.

Visit the pages listed on the left for more information on travel and transport.

The National Cycle Network has maps and information on cycle routes near you.

If you're aged between 16 and 25 (or a mature student), you can buy a Young Persons Railcard for just £20. It'll save you 1/3 on most rail fares throughout Great Britain for a whole year.

For coach travel with National Express, if you're aged 16-26 you can get up to 30% off fares with a Young Persons Coachcard for just £10 a year.

Travelling safely

Here are some top tips for hassle free safe travel in the UK and abroad:

Tell somebody where you are going and what time you expect to be back.
Remember your mobile, or make sure you have coins for a public phone.
Check the times of buses or trains for both your outward and return journey.
Take enough money for fares, accommodation, entrance tickets, food and drink.
Take water if you are going to be away from shops or cafes.
Check the weather forecast and take suitable clothing and sunscreen if necessary.

Visit Study Stay for loads more information about keeping safe both at home and abroad.

FOR LOCAL TRAVEL INFORMATION TO AND FROM SCHOOL VISIT:

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Page last updated on: 30/04/2010