However, it is a busy time of year for both travellers and travel companies and it makes sense to check timetables and book tickets well in advance of the travel date, to make your Christmas travel as smooth as possible. Most operators have special limited timetables across holiday periods, so it is important to get this information from them, particularly if you wish to travel on a public holiday.

The following companies can help with your travel and ticket enquiries and bookings.

Opodo
Find the best prices and make quick and easy online bookings for flights, hotels and holidays with Opodo

Ebookers
Flights, holidays, car hire, holidays on more - great prices and easy online booking with leading online travel agent ebookers

National Express Eurolines
For comfortable, fast and economical coach travel between all major UK towns and cities.

The Trainline
For all your UK train timetables and tickets on-line.

Holiday Autos
For easy and convenient holiday car hire at great prices