Originally Posted by ann m

Despite the slagging off it usually gets, the transport links in the UK are phenomenal

Originally Posted by DigitalGhost

Theoretically they are, especially in London, but I honestly think the public transport in Manchester is abysmal.

Originally Posted by el_richo

But you can also jump on a train to other cities and areas within the UK / Europe.

Originally Posted by DigitalGhost

Theoretically they are, especially in London, but I honestly think the public transport in Manchester is abysmal.

Originally Posted by wolstie

I second that. It's great if you are a student, but if you live to the north of the city centre, you have an expensive, unreliable commute. I hate FirstBus with a passion.

Originally Posted by Strawberry

FirstBus is a swear word innit.

Originally Posted by DigitalGhost

That's what makes things work though, people are far less dependant upon so called 'public services' and they just find their own way around problems. In Britain you don't have the freedom or the ability to do that but the public services are shit.

Originally Posted by wolstie

WorstBus is what it is known as in my office... And we're transport consultants meant to be promoting public transport. It's so difficult in Manchester! I just want to tell people, "save yourself the hassle, use your car!"

Originally Posted by Strawberry

ha ha, then you have to find a carparking space!

Originally Posted by DigitalGhost

You can, you'll pay through the nose for it though unless you buy your tickets way in advance.

Originally Posted by wolstie

I could give you a list of places on the outskirts of the centre that charge between £2 - £3. I only have a 5 - 10 minute walk to the office.

When you take into account WorstBus's £2.50 single fare, it is quite a saving!

Originally Posted by wolstie

I could give you a list of places on the outskirts of the centre that charge between £2 - £3. I only have a 5 - 10 minute walk to the office.

When you take into account WorstBus's £2.50 single fare, it is quite a saving!

Originally Posted by el_richo

Unless you have to pay for the running costs of your vehicle on top of that

Originally Posted by dbd33

In what way do you have less freedom or ability to travel by car, bicycle or horse in the UK than in Canada?