Crowded SWR hub: London Waterloo Station

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Travelling by train for business is great for reducing carbon emissions and boosting productivity. Whether you’re commuting to the office or a co-working spot, learn how to enhance your workday with our Business Life guides – starting with your journey.

Heading to a meeting or planning a corporate day out? Discover helpful tips and advice to make the most of lunch breaks and team get-togethers. From restaurant recommendations to after-work activities, we cover all bases.

Elevate your business travel experience with our in-depth guides, featuring all the information you need for a stress-free journey. And don’t forget – you can streamline your travel by purchasing business train tickets through Business Direct, SWR's exclusive platform for corporate train services.

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Fantastic weeknight activities to do before going home

Market Halls

Fantastic weeknight activities to do before going home

Fantastic weeknight activities to do before going home

Wave goodbye to weeknights in front of the telly - it’s time to shake things up with an evening out in the capital

Top business hotels in the South West

DoubleTree Hilton Woking

Top business hotels in the South West

Top business hotels in the South West

A good night’s sleep is essential when you’re travelling for business, so see our top recommendations in the South West

Best ways to pass your commute

London Waterloo commuters

Best ways to pass your commute

Best ways to pass your commute

Discover some interesting and productive things you can do to pass time while commuting

Top tips for planning a work trip for your boss

Planning a business trip for your boss

Top tips for planning a work trip for your boss

Top tips for planning a work trip for your boss

Planning a business trip for your boss? Get organised with our handy checklist

Top train travel accessories for business trips

Woman travelling with SWR and smartcard

Top train travel accessories for business trips

Top train travel accessories for business trips

From tech accessories to travel pillows and water bottles, check out our list of essential business travel accessories

Business meeting checklist for beginners

Woman working on train

Business meeting checklist for beginners

Business meeting checklist for beginners

Planning your first business meeting? Read our guide and use our checklist for a successful and productive meeting

Best towns for commuting to London

Reading

Best towns for commuting to London

Best towns for commuting to London

Planning a move but want to have an easy commute to work? Read our top picks of places to live

5 Fabulous Things To Do To Make The Most Of Your Non-WFH Days

5 Fabulous things to do near London Waterloo - The Southbank Centre

5 Fabulous Things To Do To Make The Most Of Your Non-WFH Days

5 Fabulous Things To Do To Make The Most Of Your Non-WFH Days

Back to the office? Here’s how to capitalise on your weeknights in the city

Brilliant post-work things to do near Waterloo

Discover the best post-work activities near Waterloo with SWR

Brilliant post-work things to do near Waterloo

Brilliant post-work things to do near Waterloo

Explore the best bits of London, all within walking distance of Waterloo station

Top places in the south west for business travel

Discover the top business locations with South Western Railway

Top places in the south west for business travel

Top places in the south west for business travel

Looking for inspiration for your next business trip? Look inside for the best in the south west!