New coach routes to Europe

Carriers have widened their European timetables. There are more direct services, overnight ones among them: leave in the evening, arrive in the morning, a night on the road instead of a night in a hotel.

Why it matters

The coach remains the cheapest way to reach neighbouring countries, and on routes under 800 kilometres the time difference against flying is small once you count the trip to the airport and check-in.

For popular dates, book early: weekend and holiday seats go weeks in advance.