Getting around by train England

This superb station with its gothic architecture is located in the north of London, between King's Cross and the British Librairy. Since 2007, and the end of its renovation and expansion (which cost 800 million pounds), Saint Pancras welcomes Eurostar trains from Paris, Brussels, Lille... In 2012, it was also home to the Olympic shuttle, Oympic Javelin, which connected central London to the Olympic Stadium. The station has many stores, restaurants and also programs concerts and artistic interventions.

Named in honour of the famous victory of the English during the Battle of Waterloo against Napoleon Bonaparte, this station is located on the south bank of the Thames. It is one of the busiest stations in the United Kingdom with more than 99 million passengers in 2015. It welcomes trains from the South and South West of England, and serves Windsor, Exeter, Portsmouth, Bournemouth or Southampton.... For a long time it was the arrival station of the Eurostar, now replaced by St. Pancras, no longer in the centre.

Rail service from Stansted airport to Liverpool Street station. En route, it also makes a stop at Tottenham Hale, which is served by London Underground's Victoria line. The journey between Stansted airport and Liverpool Street station takes around 45 minutes, offering a fast and convenient option for travelers heading into central London from the airport. Thanks to this service, passengers can enjoy an efficient connection, facilitating their journey to various destinations in the capital.

This station is one of the largest railway stations in the capital, located in the Westminster district to the west of the city. Victoria serves areas such as Kent, Sussex and Surrey, as well as Gatwick Airport with the Gatwick Express. That's where we can leave for Brighton. It is located right next to Victoria Bus Station and handles more than 115 million passengers each year. It is also an important metro station, served by the District & Circle lines and of course the Victoria Line.

This famous station in West London is home to trains to the West and South West of England, Cornwall, Devon, Bath, Bristol and others, as well as Wales. It is also the terminus of the Heathrow Express which connects central London to Heathrow Airport in 15 minutes. The Paddington bear, a famous character in children's books, owes its name to this station. Indeed, that's where he is found. Many references to this history are present in the station.

Train about every hour for London Paddington (a. m. to 2 p. m.) and many trains for Bristol (20 min).

Canterbury railway station is an ideal base from which to explore this charming, historic city. Located in the city center, the station offers easy access to Canterbury's main tourist attractions, such as the cathedral and castle. Canterbury station also offers disabled facilities and bicycle storage. Travelers can also take advantage of attractive discounts by using discount cards or booking in advance. Whether you want to visit Canterbury for a day or a longer stay, the station is a convenient base for exploring this historic city and its surroundings.

Convenient to reach central London in 15 minutes, departures in both directions from terminals 1, 2 and 3 take place every 15 minutes from 5:10 am to 11:25 pm (from 6:10 am on Sundays). Departures from Terminal 4 (20-minute journey) take place with the same frequency. All trains arrive at Paddington station which is connected to 4 subway lines (Circle, District, Hammersmith & City and Bakerloo). It is important to note that the Heathrow Express is more expensive than other transportation options. A recommended option if you are in a hurry!

Two main lines go through Salisbury: one from London to Exeter (about one train every hour) and the other from Cardiff to Portsmouth via Bristol and Southampton.

Bridgnorth is the northern terminus of the steam train crossing the Severn Valley. Severn Valley Railway Tel (01299) 403816.

The smallest public steam railway in the world travels around 22 km of traditional villages.

Buses are available in front of Victoria Station (3 hours a day).

Train approximately every hour for London Paddington (between 1 h 30 and 2 h drive).

Britrail allows you to travel through the United Kingdom, Scotland and Wales using the British rail network. Different pass formulas allow you to make unlimited trips per day for a fixed price. These passes are not available for sale in Great Britain so it is necessary to plan to acquire them before departure. Logistics is simplified because you can board the train without having to wait at the ticket office for each trip. It is a good option to explore the surroundings of London like Oxford, Cambridge.

This company serves routes in the south-east of England and 164 stations. In London, you can take a South Eastern train from St Pancras, Charing Cross, Victoria or London Bridge stations. You can buy your tickets online or directly from the kiosks at stations, but advance tickets are generally cheaper. On the website, you can plan your journey, check live timetables and, thanks to the interactive map, see which trains are late and between which stations. How convenient!

This company serves over 200 stations in the southwest of England. From London's Paddington and Victoria stations and Clapham Junction, Waterloo or Wimbledon, you can travel in just 1h30-2h to Bournemouth, Portsmouth, Windsor, Salisbury or Winchester without changing trains. The journey to Exeter, Weymouth or Cornwall takes longer. Online, all information on delays and work is broadcast live, and you can book your ticket in advance to benefit from the best fares.

Southern Railway serves the counties of Sussex, Surrey and parts of Kent and Hampshire, with a total of 156 stations. In London, the main departure stations are Victoria and London Bridge. Travel to Brighton in just 1 hour, Hastings in 1.5 hours or Portsmouth and Bournemouth in 2 hours with no changes. You can book your ticket online in advance,off-peak, if you want to take advantage of the best fares. Information on roadworks and possible delays is available on the website.

In general, the tube and buses cover the entire city centre, but the suburban lines of the National Rail, the English railway company, can be useful, and sometimes much faster. This network is connected to several metro stations in the city marked with a red symbol on the metro maps. If you wish to travel to one of London's districts by train, please note that your metro ticket or Travelcard is valid on board the train, as long as the station is located in the same validity area.