Useful tips for helping you plan your road trip

How to Plan a Road Trip in the UK

Practical guides to planning a UK road trip, from choosing a route to preparing your vehicle
Built for real travel, whether you’re driving a car, campervan or motorhome
Designed to save time and reduce uncertainty, with clear next steps at every stage

Get ready to plan your best road trip yet with our easy guides, insider tips, and helpful planning tools.

Planning a road trip in the UK is less about finding the fastest route and more about making good decisions along the way — how far to travel each day, where to stop overnight, what kind of vehicle suits your plans, and how to travel comfortably once you’re on the road.

This hub brings together everything you need to plan a UK road trip with confidence. Whether you’re visiting from overseas, hiring a campervan for the first time, or refining how you travel at home, the guides below are organised to help you move from early ideas to a practical, well-paced journey that works on the ground.

Use this page as your starting point, then dip into the sections that matter most to your trip.

The Building Blocks of a Well-Planned UK Road Trip

Shape Your Route & Itinerary - How you structure your journey matters more than the distance you cover. These guides help you pace your trip, build a realistic itinerary, and understand what’s worth planning in advance.
Prepare for UK Travel - A little context goes a long way. These pages cover what to expect when travelling in the UK, from practical access to memberships that can save time and money along the way.
Pack, Prepare & Travel Well - Comfort and enjoyment are built before you set off. This section focuses on packing, food, travel habits and small decisions that make life on the road easier.
Vehicles, Campervans & Motorhomes - The right vehicle changes the whole experience. Whether you’re hiring, buying or driving your own, these guides help you travel safely, confidently and efficiently on UK roads.