How to exchange currency when travelling abroad by coach

Spread your spending between your card and a small amount of cash, check the exchange rate and fees before confirming a transaction, and don’t spend your entire budget in one place.

Start with accurate information

Save the address, ticket and map offline. Check the date, time, stop name and the transport operator’s latest announcements. You can plan your route on RedRay.

Allow plenty of time

Don’t plan transfers with critically short lay-overs. Traffic, border controls, finding the platform or queues can throw a spanner in the works. The guide on preparing for the next stage of your journey provides a useful reference.

Belongings and safety

Keep your documents, mobile phone, charger, water and any essential medication with you. Label large items, and check the rules for non-standard luggage before you set off.

Final check

The day before, check official sources, the weather and public transport. Also read up on how to check the latest timetable.