4 Ways London Shuttles Do More Than Get You from A to B

You won't find this in any guidebook. You won't find it in even the most obscure brochure, and even the most arcane guide to the delights of England's capital will struggle to inform you about it.

After all, few people intend to visit one of the world's great cities so that they can exclusively explore the wonders of the tube, the glories of the bus from Victoria Station or the historic allure of the seats in a black cab. But not only is getting from A to B wisely a way to save you time and money, it can also give you experiences would be at home in any good guidebook.

The scenic route

In London, shuttles from the airports are there to save you time. The extensive system of buses and trains will link you efficiently to the many airports that serve the city, but you can still take an hour or two getting from the landing strip to your front door once you take into account customs and delays. So, if you are going to spend money on private transfers, you might as well make them add value to your experience. There are ways to travel from Heathrow, Gatwick and even Stansted that will take you on what's essentially a guided tour - past English thatched houses, cobbled streets, and the occasional historic church or two.

The time-savers

If you want to get from A to B via London shuttles, whether it is from your flight or from your accommodation, you'll expect the driver to do all he can to save you from the traps of traffic. The driver should get you moving along the most efficient route, but if you plan your trip yourself around even a cursory investigation into the ebbs and flows of the cities varying traffic blocks, you can actually save time. Knowing the route you want to travel will help the driver navigate rather than possibly face the queues of peak hour traffic.

The right transfers

If you want to save time and money, you need to do more than thoughtlessly click on the first company that pops up on your search engine offering 'London shuttles.' Spending a bit of time considering the efficiency and value of your transfer options can see you not just getting from A to B, but getting there without feeling like you've broken the bank.

The ease of travel

Find an efficient company that delivers reliable London shuttles to your hotel door, and suddenly you may have stumbled on a wonderful way of exploring the city. Many taxi services offer more than just airport transfers; in fact, if you are travelling with family or in a large group, it can be economical booking these services in order to show you your first glimpse around the Thames, the streets of East End, and even from Camden to the East, in ease and comfort.

Lukas Johannes is a driver for Shuttle Direct. If you’re looking for London shuttles, Shuttle Direct provide pre-booked shuttles to major destinations all over Europe. Wherever you travel, Shuttle Direct can make sure that you don’t miss your car on your holiday abroad.

Writer and Online Marketing Manager in London.