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London is big city - approximately 1600 square kilometres across, in fact; but don't let that worry you too much. You can get around easily and explore the city by public transport which is both safe and efficient.
Most IS students do not have cars therefore save on car insurance, road tax and the high costs of fuel price which just hypes the cost of living. However, for students at IS the institute is set in a location where there is a free shuttle service available at specific times from Hounslow West tube station to the college. For those who wish to own a car the college does have ample paid parking space owned by the local council.
The college has the option of 3 train stations within a short distance of which Hounslow West station is a Tube station as well as Bus station. Therefore giving learners a good link to public transport. If required IS can give students the number of a local taxi company which is very competitive on its rates whilst providing a good service.
The Tube Most of the city is divided into six circular zones; with zone one being the most central. Before you set out get hold of a free map available from most tube stations, work out how many zones you'll be crossing (http://www.thetube.com/ has a useful journey planner), and take the plunge!
Single fares on the tube vary. Don’t travel further than the zone for which your ticket is valid otherwise you will be fined. Tubes run from about 5.30am Monday to Saturday and from about 7am on Sundays. The last train is around 11.30pm to 1am depending on the line.
Full-time students can apply for a Student Oyster Card which offers discounts on both weekly and monthly tube tickets.
Buses
London’s buses are a great way to see the city, but the terrible traffic makes them very slow and unreliable. Night buses (whose numbers are prefixed with an ‘N’) are London’s only all night public transport and run from 11.30pm to 6.00am. http://www.londontransport.co.uk/ has useful information including maps of Night bus routes you can download
Taxis
As an alternative to using the Tube you can use taxis; however these are expensive for everyday use.
Trains
As an alternative to using the Tube you can use the train. It's often quicker. If you’re heading off around England or even further afield, trains are great but expensive. Full time students can get a Young Persons Railcard which allows students discounts of about 30 per cent on most train fares. Have a look at http://www.young-persons-railcard.co.uk/
Registered Company Name: INNOVATIVE SKILLS LIMITED Company No. 06875833 also trades as Innovative Skills, IS.
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