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Train cheaper than bus, sometimes

By Thrifty on December 16, 2009

It never used to be the case, but it seems that for short distances the train is cheaper than the bus. Recently, I had to travel in to Haywards Heath from Burgess Hill. The local bus company charge GBP 3.70 for an adult return fare, and children travel for GBP 2.40 each. I went ahead [...]

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Travelling via train and bus with PlusBus

By Thrifty on December 4, 2009

I’m a regular train traveller and recently discovered PlusBus.  It’s an economical way to travel via bus in addition to train.  It was great because I had to take a side trip one day, which meant I was unable to use my regular train route. PlusBus is available at various towns across England. For around [...]

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Is the train cheaper?

By Thrifty on March 13, 2009

Recently, I made a trip to Cambridge. I had planned to go via train but when I saw the cost, the decision became a no-brainer in favour of taking the car. Here is the cost breakdown for the trip by both train and car. By Train: Day off-peak return ticket to Cambridge: GBP 51.00 for [...]

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