Stevo985 Posted May 17, 2019 VT Supporter Share Posted May 17, 2019 Just now, turvontour said: What would you say is the easiest out of train, driving or coach. Will be going from south Brum, with my young lad. Train's probably easiest if it's a normal journey. Last year it was chaos. To be fair it was because some of the lines to London were closed. but I was on the busiest train I've ever seen. We got a very early train, something like 7:30am, and no exaggeration it was so busy I couldn't move. And I don't mean oh it was crowded so i couldn't really move around. I mean I literally couldn't move. I couldn't move my feet an inch in any direction and I couldn't even reach my pocket to get my phone out. For two and a bit hours. Worst train journey I've ever had. It may well be better this year, but I don't think I'll risk it personally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StefanAVFC Posted May 17, 2019 VT Supporter Share Posted May 17, 2019 41 minutes ago, Stevo985 said: After the absolute hell of using the train last year I think I'll be driving down and parking at a friend's house this year. Any spare seats? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingman Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 27 minutes ago, Fazilla said: Does anybody know how to book the official coach travel from Villa Park? I have looked on the avfc website and can't find a link. Last year they arrived with just 30mins to spare before kick off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hogso Posted May 17, 2019 Author Share Posted May 17, 2019 My experience on the coach was pretty awful. Hilarious in hindsight as fans on the coach continually berated and sang insulting songs at the inept and clearly inexperienced driver. And yes, we arrived way too late to do anything other than go to the turnstiles. I booked the train for £30 return on the Chiltern line from Moor Street to Wembley Stadium, as posted on the previous page by rev. Pleased with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turvontour Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 42 minutes ago, hogso said: My experience on the coach was pretty awful. Hilarious in hindsight as fans on the coach continually berated and sang insulting songs at the inept and clearly inexperienced driver. And yes, we arrived way too late to do anything other than go to the turnstiles. I booked the train for £30 return on the Chiltern line from Moor Street to Wembley Stadium, as posted on the previous page by rev. Pleased with that. Based on the feedback ive had on the coaches and trains, I'll probably drive. Imagine it'll be a nightmare to get away after though, with everyone heading north. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turvontour Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Would people recommend parking near Wembley, or parking at a train/tube station and train/tubeing it to Wembley? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosmicVillan Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 33 minutes ago, turvontour said: Would people recommend parking near Wembley, or parking at a train/tube station and train/tubeing it to Wembley? I would like to know as well as I am driving Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avfc456 Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 (edited) Stanmore tube station just of the M1- 3 stops from Wembley with a large car park, you can pre book the parking too I will never use the train again after the United league cup final, horrific. Edited May 17, 2019 by avfc456 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingman Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 1 hour ago, turvontour said: Would people recommend parking near Wembley, or parking at a train/tube station and train/tubeing it to Wembley? Try parkopedia, Amend times/dates to suit your trip pal. https://en.parkopedia.co.uk/parking/locations/wembley_greater_london_england_united_kingdom_gcpv316rrwu/?arriving=201905271200&leaving=201905271900 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CosmicVillan Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Okay I have sorted my parking, the wife reminded me we had used a website called JustPark a few years ago when we went to the final of the Tennis at Queens club ( don't judge me..the Mrs is a fan... ..it was funny as Seb Coe was walking back afterwards about 15 yards ahead of us and said hello ) So I've got a spot on a private drive less than 10 mins walk from the Stadium for under £12 Worked well last time and I still had an Account set up with my Reg No. and payment details all set up so easy peasy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul33 Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Another shout for JustPark ..... loads of private drives within ten minutes of the stadium. Bit more pricey this year at £15+ but very easy and a great way to get in close ! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davkaus Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Lucky sods getting a return for £30. Bloody £71 from Nottingham! It's actually cheaper to come an hour and a half out of the way to New Street and get the train from there, rail tickets are a **** joke. JustPark it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyC Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Lichfield to Euston £57 return for two adults. 8.54am out and 7.30pm return Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vive_La_Villa Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 Got 2 returns from moor street to Wembley for £30 odd quid each. Can’t complain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbcuk Posted May 17, 2019 Share Posted May 17, 2019 10 hours ago, turvontour said: Would people recommend parking near Wembley, or parking at a train/tube station and train/tubeing it to Wembley? I’m thinking of doing this aswell, as got the train last time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmooney Posted May 18, 2019 VT Supporter Share Posted May 18, 2019 Derby's win was incredibly good news for me. I'll be travelling from Leeds, on a train that now won't be full of Leeds supporters. Result. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lainux Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 On 17/05/2019 at 10:05, Kingman said: Last year they arrived with just 30mins to spare before kick off. I used the official coach too last year and had the same experience! Was awful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
This Could Be Rotterdam Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 Looks like Wealdstone FC will be opening up for villa fans again so that's our plan. They have a cheap bar, burger vans, always a good atmosphere and not too far on the tube in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rugeley Villa Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 10 minutes ago, lainux said: I used the official coach too last year and had the same experience! Was awful! Never used them and never will . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbcuk Posted May 18, 2019 Share Posted May 18, 2019 Where’s the best place to park as looks like I’ll be driving down as seeing the problems with the coaches and trains last year has put me off Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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