Commuting as a commuter student

Top tips for commuting

1. Study on the go

The University has ensured you can access your personal University resources at any time via UniDesktop. This is a great way of keeping on top of your studies and making the most of your train, bus or taxi commute!

2. Listen and learn with podcasts

There are so many amazing podcasts around to keep you occupied as you travel. Check out the top 40 educational podcasts to learn as you go, or search your appstore with your favourite topic - there's bound to be a podcast to suit you. Wellbeing and Disability Services also have a suite of wellbeing podcasts so you can find out more about the service wherever you are.

3. Help yourself with Reading Well

Another one for train, bus or taxi commuters - our online selection of Reading Well materials provides a range of reading around health and wellbeing topics, including mental health, gender and sexuality and mindfulness.

4. Relax with your favourite music

Not every minute of your day needs to be focussed on studying - it's important to relax and enjoy yourself too. Take the time to recharge; put your headphones in and turn the world off with your favourite music.

Travel links

1. Bus

Based within the town centre, the University is easily accessibe via bus and has it's own bus stop by campus. You can find all you need to know regarding bus timetables, tickets and routes on the Metro website.

2. Train

Huddersfield is handily positioned between Manchester and Leeds. Transpennine Express provides regular services in and out of Huddersfield, as does National Rail. The University is 10 minutes walk from the train station, or there are a number of taxis available outside the station which wcan you bring to the University in less than five minutes.

3. Taxis

Huddersfield has plenty of taxi options to help you get around. You can find most of them on Google Maps. Please note: the University does not work with any taxi firms; this information is for information only.