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Britain's BritRail Passes gives you full run of the British train system: in England, Scotland and Wales. Most don't cover Northern  Ireland or the Republic of Ireland except for the "BritRail Plus Ireland" . There are Youth, Senior, Free Family Cards (for children 5-15 year)  for most of the major Passes .BritRail passes come in first and second class versions for all ages.  Great Britain is not covered on the Eurailpass.

Just Visiting London or some other UK City?  Then check out the special City Passes for Heathrow and Gatwick airport transportation, Sightseeing passes, plus Bus and Subway (underground) and Good Friday City Bus tour passes below.  

Get Eurostar Chunnel Ticket to or from Paris and Brussels at reduced price with purchase of most BritRail Passes.

For information re. other city public transportation and shuttles to and from airports within Britain + sightseeing, go to TERC's Guide to Britain.

Get Eurostar Chunnel Ticket to or from Paris and Brussels at reduced price with purchase of most BritRail Passes.

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Great Deals in Great BritRail Passes
BritRail Classic Pass       Takes you anywhere in England, Scotland and Wales. This consecutive day pass is great for solo or two or more vagabonds traveling together who want the freedom to create their itinerary as they go.  It comes in 8, 15, 22 day and 1 month versions.

BritRail Party Pass  This pass  offers all the advantages of the Classic Pass above with discounted travel for 3 or 4 people traveling together.

BritRail Flexipass   This pass allows you to leisurely travel England, Scotland and Wales, and if you like, stop for extended stays between destinations. You can purchase this pass for 4, 8, or 15 days of travel over a period of 2 months.

BritRail Flexi Party Pass  This pass  offers all the advantages of the Flexi Pass above with discounted travel for 3 or 4 people traveling together.

BritRail Days Out of London Pass      If London or some other part of Southeast England is your UK base of travel, you will appreciate this very reasonable pass for day trips or short distance journey hops.  It comes in 3 pass durations to choose from.

BritRail Plus Ireland   - Britain + Ireland will be LOWERED by 9% in 2003.  This pass covers all of the British Isles (England, Wales, Scotland), plus Irish Sea ferry crossings to the wonders of Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland.   It is available for First and Second Class and in two durations for each.

Freedom of Scotland Travel pass  Enjoy the breadth and length of Scotland with this very reasonable "standard class" pass.  Explore the Scottish Highlands where legends were made, as well as her wonderful cities. It also covers Caledonian MacBrayne ferry service to Scotland's most popular islands.  Available  in 3 pass durations.

Freedom of Wales Flexi Pass  This Bonus laden pass combines Bus with rail to make sure you fully experience  Wales. It even gives you discounts and FREE travel on Historic Private Railways. Show your pass at YHA hostels, many National Museums and Galleries, and Castles and get more discounts!

BritRail Plus Car  With this pass you can travel your long distances by train then explore the country side by Car.   Basic passes are for 3 days of train travel and 2 days of auto in 2 months.  Additional train and car days can be added.  Passes are available in manual and automatic transmission, First and Second Class, and there are discounts for 2 or more people traveling together, Seniors.  Children under 16 travel FREE by rail and car!

BritRail Family Pass FREE Pass for Children ages 5-15 at time of travel.   Here is how it works:  For Each adult BritRail Classic, or Flexi, Senior, or Plus Car or Plus Ireland passes. you buy,  get one child (5-15) pass of the same type free.

BritRail Senior Pass  Senior age in UK is 60+!   Travel in First Class  luxury your style at discounted prices. These passes are available in Classic, Flexi, Plus Car versions first class only.

Britain Shrinkers  presents fully escorted day (Day Trip to Paris) and overnight (Paris Overnighter) trips from London to Paris via Eurostar the Channel Tunnel train.

The Bath Pass  free entry to over 30 attractions in historic Bath, Bristol and the surrounding area.

Guide Friday Sightseeing Bus Vouchers are the perfect complement to our range of products. Hop on and off the double decker bus at places that interest you.

Gatwick Express provides a non-stop rail link between London Gatwick Airport and downtown London in just 30 minutes. Special 5-day round-trip fare.

Heathrow Express creates a world class rail link from downtown London to Heathrow airport in just 15 minutes. Special 5-day round-trip fare.

London Visitor Travel card is a special pass for London's Underground and Bus networks.

Original London Sightseeing Tour: see the sights of London from the top of a double-decker bus.  A great way to get an orientation to the grand city of London as well as to her many famous sights.  Add onto your London Visitor Travelcard.

London City Cruises: see the sights of London from the River Thames onboard a luxury riverliner.

The London Pass: combined with your London Visitor Travelcard is the best deal on over 70 attractions.

If you have questions about this pass, please phone TERC at  808 395-2083 or toll free 877 581 6594 or e-mail: tercmele@aol.com

Britrail Travel Tips and Trivia

"Standard" is British for "second" class.

Overnight journeys begun on your BritRail pass or Flexipass's  final night can be completed the day after your pass expires. Only BritRail allows this trick. A bunk in a twin sleeper costs about $40 per/person.

British Rail Deals Not Sold in the USA
In Britain, round-trip "same-day-return" tickets can cost as little as 10% more than the one-way fares. Britain also offers Super Advance Return tickets at a savings of a few pounds — purchase before 2 p.m. the day before your trip.

For even more savings, consider Apex fares (purchase at least 1 week in advance for trips of 100+ miles) or Super Apex fares (purchase at least 2 weeks ahead for trips of 250+ miles). Apex deals get snapped up quickly in summer. They can be booked up to 8 weeks in advance, are non-refundable, and can be ordered from the USA by credit card (call to Britain 011-44-8457-484-950 for 24 hour information.  They will give you anothr number to purchase tickets).


For £18 ($26), the Young Person's Railcard (for ages 16 - 25, or full-time students 26+ with ISIC) or the Senior Railcard (for age 60+) gets you a third off most point-to-point tickets for a year. The Family Railcard for £20 ($29) allows adults to travel 20 - 33% cheaper while their kids aged 5 - 15 pay just £2 apiece for most trips. Not valid on the Heathrow Express, Eurostar, or some busy weekday morning commuter trains.
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 Sealink ferries and catamarans connecting Britain and Ireland

British Port to:


Irish Port


Daily Crossings


Ferry/Cat hrs


Ferry/Cat Costs

Holyhead

Dun Laoghaire1

8

3.5 / 1.5

$30 / $45

Fishguard Rosslare

6

3.5 / 1.5

$30 / $40

Stranraer Larne

9

2.25 / 1.5

$35 / $40

London (RR + boat)2 Dublin

2

10 / 7

$85 / $90

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