Rails & Tires: A combination trip to rural England
An American couple blends train and auto travel for a holiday in rural south-central England
by Laurel Kallenbach
As a North American accustomed to driving on the right-hand side of the road, I break into a cold sweat at the prospect of navigating Britain’s left-sided motorways. The convenient,… more>
Explore Scotland with BritRail’s Extra Day Offer
With Spring in the air and Summer just around the corner, it’s now an exciting time to be traveling to Scotland. BritRail invites you to discover some of the world’s most scenic train journeys as you pass through the rolling hills,… more>
Three reasons to visit: Fort William
The Outdoor Capital of the UK
Fort William and its surroundings are collectively referred to as the Outdoor Capital of the UK. Which is hardly surprising given the impressive number of outdoor activities and events being enjoyed by adventurers over the… more>
BritRail’s Extra Day Promotion
Enjoy even greater value on passes purchased between March 15th and April 15th
Traveling with a BritRail Pass is a truly flexible way to get around the UK on its national rail network, allowing you to hop on and off and… more>
The Real-Life Locations of Downton Abbey
By Kat Tancock
As any Downton Abbey fan knows, train travel is an integral part of the storylines, from the first journey we take to Downton with Mr. Bates to the family journey up to Scotland in season 3… more>
Ride some of Europe’s most scenic trains
Europe is brimming with charming sights waiting to be discovered by way of rail journeys. Rail lines are often built in the midst of vast dreamy landscapes with the trains allowing you to travel long distances through the most… more>
The Kyle Line
By Candace Leslie
No matter where I plan to go when visiting Scotland, I always hope to spend at least a few days around the Kyle of Localsh. Happily, with the flexibility of a BritRail Pass or a
Three reasons to visit: Aberdeen
A gem in Scotland’s North East
Located on the north-east coast of Scotland, Aberdeen has some of the most magnificent scenery in the country. The third-largest city in Scotland is also nicknamed the Silver City with Golden Sands due to its common use of granite in its… more>
Save up to 20% off BritRail Passes
Great value on autumn and winter travel
Now’s the time to appreciate low season travel to Britain, where you can avoid the summer crowds and enjoy great savings! Explore England, Scotland and Wales this November, December, January or February and save up to 20% off BritRail’s most… more>
I’d recommend the BritRail FlexiPass any day of the week.
By Susan Wood
Gold medals at the Olympic Games aside, Great Britain would win hands down over the United States on rail travel.
In my two weeks of covering England, I only felt like I needed a car one day to get up at 3:15am… more>