Avoid waiting alone at bus stops and on train platforms.
On a double-decker bus, sit downstairs where the driver can see you.
Avoid sitting in an empty carriage on trains and the Underground.
Check the time of the last train, bus or tube back to your accommodation.
Walking near railway lines can be very dangerous; never touch them.
Always use a licensed taxi – check the back of the taxi to ensure it carries an official licence plate.
Minicabs that stop in the street may be cheaper, but they are not as safe as those you arrange over the phone.
If you need immediate assistance when travelling on a bus or train you can call the British Transport Police free on 0800 40 50 40.