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Ground Transport

Getting from A to B affects your first and last impression of a trip. The right choice depends on your group size, how much luggage you're carrying, and how much your time is worth at that moment.

The trade-offs worth understanding

• Private vs shared transfer

  Private transfers go directly to your destination — no stops, no waiting for other passengers. Shared transfers and coaches cost significantly less but add time. The gap narrows with larger groups, where splitting a private fare often makes more sense than buying multiple shared seats.

• Pre-booked vs on-arrival

  Pre-booking locks in a price and guarantees availability — particularly important for early morning or late night arrivals. Booking on-arrival works fine at busy airports but risks queues, surge pricing, and the wrong vehicle for your luggage.

• Door-to-door vs station-to-station

  Door-to-door transfers are convenient but cost more. Train or bus to a central station is cheaper but means navigating with luggage. Worth it for solo or light-pack travellers — less worth it if you're arriving tired with four bags at midnight.

• Group size changes the maths

  Solo and couples travel often makes shared options the value choice. Groups of 3 or more frequently find private transfers cost the same — or less — than buying multiple individual seats, with the added benefit of travelling together.

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