Practice English Reading Exercises for B1 – Train, Bus & Road Travel 3

Exercises:   123456

Reading 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find an airport transfer service.

There are descriptions of eight airport transfer services.

Decide which transfer service would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Anna wants to travel with other passengers. She is a student with very little money, so the journey must be extremely cheap. She gets lost easily, so she needs a driver waiting for her inside the arrivals hall.

2   Mr and Mrs Smith want a vehicle just for their family. They are happy to pay a high price for a luxury experience. They need a professional driver to welcome them inside the airport building with a sign.

3   Diego wants a car for himself, not a bus. He is looking for a low-cost option. He knows the airport well, so he prefers to walk outside to find his transport rather than having someone wait inside for him.

4   Maria and her friends want to travel in a large van with other tourists. They want a premium, expensive service with comfortable seats. They don’t mind walking outside to the public transport area to find their vehicle.

5   James needs a vehicle just for himself. He has a large budget and wants an expensive, top-quality journey. He is in a hurry, so he prefers to go straight outside to the vehicle instead of meeting someone inside.

Airport Transfer Services

A Budget Ride

Our large vans are perfect if you want to keep costs down. You will ride to the city with several other tourists, making our fares incredibly affordable. You won’t get lost, because our friendly team will stand by the baggage belts to greet you before walking you to the vehicle.

B Premium Cars

Experience five-star travel in our exclusive, high-end cars. This premium service is purely for you and your travelling companions, ensuring total privacy. Although our rates are quite expensive, you receive excellent service. A smartly dressed staff member will hold a board with your name right as you exit the customs area.

C City Cab Direct

If you need personal transport but want to save money, our affordable individual cars are perfect. We offer fantastic low prices for solo travellers or couples. We don’t send staff into the terminal building, so just step out of the main exit doors and look for our bright yellow vehicles.

D Executive Shuttles

Enjoy top-quality travel in our incredibly comfortable, spacious coaches. You will share the journey with a few other guests, but the high ticket price guarantees enormous leather seats and a relaxing trip. Simply head out to the exterior transport stands in the main car park to find your luxury ride.

E Elite Transfers

For those who demand first-class, personal vehicles without any other passengers, we provide the best. Our service is costly, but we offer incredible comfort and speed. To save you time, we don’t wait indoors. Just walk straight out of the main building, and your private driver will be waiting outside.

F Value Minibus

Keep your wallet happy with our fantastic low-cost vans! You will share the journey with fellow holidaymakers, making it our cheapest option. Our drivers are not permitted to enter the arrival hall, so passengers must carry their bags outside to the public bus stop to begin their journey into town.

G Welcome Cabs

We provide excellent, budget-friendly personal cars for tourists who don’t want to share their ride. Our low prices make us very popular. We make your arrival completely stress-free, as our drivers will stand directly next to the information desk inside the airport to welcome you as soon as you land.

H Gold Class Coaches

Travel with other guests in pure comfort! Our shared coaches feature huge, soft seats and free drinks. Tickets are quite expensive, but the five-star experience is worth it. Our friendly guides will be waiting to greet you inside the terminal building, so you won’t have to search for the bus.

Reading 2

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a city bicycle rental.

There are descriptions of eight local transport options.

Decide which local transport option would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Marco wants to explore the city all day without getting too tired, so he needs a battery-powered bicycle. He requires a front basket to hold his camera bag and prefers paying a single fixed daily price.

2   Anna wants to get some exercise on a traditional bicycle. She only has two hours free, so she needs an hourly rate. She also requires a secure basket to carry her jacket and water bottle.

3   Lucas is looking for a motor-assisted electric bike to climb city hills easily. He only wants to pay for the exact hours he uses it and requires a free safety helmet included with the rental.

4   Sofia wants a regular, non-electric bicycle for a full-day road trip. She wants a flat daily rate to avoid worrying about time and needs a printed map of local cycle lanes to guide her.

5   David needs a bicycle with a large front basket or storage carrier to hold his heavy backpack. He prefers a modern electric model to travel fast and wants to hire it at a daily rate.

Bicycle Rental Options

A City E-Bikes

Forget about getting tired on our modern bicycles equipped with helpful electric motors. We provide a convenient front carrier bag on every bike for your personal items. Guests love our simple payment system, which charges one flat rate for the whole day, allowing you to ride from morning until night.

B Metro Cycles

We specialize in traditional, reliable bicycles that are perfect for people who love keeping active and fit. Every vehicle comes with a strong metal basket attached to the front handlebars. There is no need to pay for a full day because our flexible system charges you by the hour.

C Eco Wheels

Our stylish bicycles have powerful batteries to help you speed through town without any physical effort. We are perfect for long journeys because we only offer fixed day-long prices. Please note that our streamlined designs do not have any luggage racks, pockets, or baskets, so you must carry your own bags.

D Power Rides

Our popular motor-assisted bicycles make going up steep streets completely effortless. Renters can keep costs low by paying only for the specific number of hours or minutes they spend riding. Best of all, we protect your head by including a complimentary protective helmet with every single booking.

E Urban Trackers

Hire one of our standard, non-motorized bicycles for a fantastic day out in the city. We keep things simple with a single fixed daily fee. To help you find your way around easily, our staff will give you a free booklet containing detailed diagrams of all the local bike paths.

F Classic Cruisers

Enjoy a nostalgic trip on our traditional, regular bicycles. We don’t use any modern electric motors, so you can enjoy a classic ride. We offer excellent flat daily rates for full-day rentals, and each bike features a large wire basket. However, we do not provide any maps, guides, or route advice.

G Green Energy Rentals

Our high-speed electric bicycles are perfect for moving across the city quickly. Each vehicle features an extra-large front luggage container that easily fits a full backpack or shopping bags. We cater to long-distance travelers by offering an affordable daily price structure rather than short, expensive hourly options.

H Turbo Motion

We offer excellent battery-powered bicycles that are ideal for climbing steep town hills. Our smart system monitors your trip and charges you exactly for the minutes and hours you ride. Please remember that you must bring your own protective headwear, as we do not supply helmets for safety reasons.

Reading 3

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The people below all want to find a vintage car road trip.

There are descriptions of eight vintage car road trips.

Decide which road trip would be the most suitable for the people below.

1   Tom wants to hire a fast 1960s sports car. He hopes to drive along the coast and see the ocean. He also needs an emergency repair service included in case the engine stops working.

2   Sara and Ben want a comfortable 1950s luxury car. They are looking for a beautiful route through the mountains. If their vehicle breaks down, they want the company to bring them a different classic car.

3   Maria wants to travel in a 1970s campervan. She is fascinated by history and wants a route passing ancient castles. She worries about older engines, so she needs a mechanic to drive behind her constantly.

4   John is looking for a small 1960s car. He loves nature and wants a route through peaceful green forests. Because he fixes engines for his job, he wants a cheaper trip without any breakdown assistance.

5   The Lee family want a very old 1930s vintage car. They are looking for a scenic drive passing beautiful lakes. They want a 24-hour telephone helpline they can call for advice if they have problems.

Vintage Car Road Trips

A Green Leaf Drives

Hire one of our cute, compact 1960s vehicles and explore the countryside! We provide maps guiding you through dark, quiet woods full of tall trees. To keep prices extremely low, we do not offer any rescue services or mechanical support, making this perfect for people who can repair vehicles themselves.

B Ocean Racers

Feel the wind in your hair in a fast 1960s racing vehicle! We recommend a spectacular driving path right next to the beach, offering amazing views of the water. Please note that you must pay extra for your own rescue cover, as we do not provide any emergency assistance.

C High Peak Classics

Experience pure elegance in our large, highly comfortable 1950s vehicles. We suggest a breathtaking journey climbing high into the snowy peaks and valleys. Older engines can fail, but do not worry! If you cannot continue, our team will immediately deliver another historic vehicle to you so you can keep travelling.

D Coastal Speedsters

Drive a beautiful, fast 1960s racing model on your next holiday! We will give you an incredible route map that follows the cliffs right beside the sea. Best of all, the price covers full rescue support, so professionals will come and fix your engine for free if anything goes wrong.

E Wandering Wheels

Enjoy the freedom of the road in a fantastic 1970s mobile home! We suggest a wonderful path that takes you past several spectacular blue lakes. Because these large vans can be tricky to drive, one of our professional engineers will follow your route in a separate truck to ensure safety.

F Golden Age Motors

Step back in time by driving one of our beautiful, extremely old vehicles built in the 1930s. We will direct you along a gorgeous, peaceful route passing deep pools of water. If your engine makes a strange noise, simply ring our day-and-night mobile support team for expert step-by-step repair instructions.

G Historic Highway Holidays

Rent a spacious 1970s mobile home with beds and a kitchen! Our specially designed map takes you past incredible medieval fortresses and ancient stone towers. To give you complete peace of mind, a trained engineer drives just a few miles behind you all day, ready to help with any engine trouble.

H Luxury Leaf Tours

Travel in absolute style in a premium 1950s automobile with soft leather seats. Our favourite route leads you deep into peaceful areas filled with ancient, tall trees. You are completely protected if the engine breaks, because our team will quickly bring you a replacement vintage vehicle to finish your journey.

Exercises:   123456