Driving in United Kingdom — International Driving Permit guide
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Conducir en United Kingdom

Historic sites, countryside, and coastal beauty. Drive on the left through England, Scotland, and Wales.

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Datos rápidos

IDP Status
Permiso internacional requerido
Lado de conducción
Izquierda

Límites de velocidad

48
Urbano
48 km/h (30 mph)
97
Rural
97 km/h (60 mph)
113
Autopista
113 km/h (70 mph)

Guía de viaje del país

United Kingdom combines four distinct nations—England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland—with rich history, literary heritage, and landscapes from rolling countryside to Highland wilderness. This island nation offers rewarding driving through varied terrain.

London demands extended exploration—the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, world-class museums (British Museum, National Gallery, Tate Modern), and vibrant neighborhoods each deserve time. The city's history spans Romans to royal weddings.

The English countryside provides quintessential experiences in the Cotswolds' honey-colored villages, Lake District's Wordsworth-inspiring scenery, and Cornwall's dramatic coast. Bath's Roman baths and Georgian architecture, Oxford and Cambridge's ancient universities, and Stonehenge's mysteries add depth.

Scotland offers Edinburgh's castle-crowned skyline and festival culture, Highland landscapes along the North Coast 500 route, whisky distilleries on Speyside and Islay, and the Isle of Skye's dramatic scenery.

Wales provides Snowdonia's mountains, castles at Caernarfon and Conwy, and the Pembrokeshire coast. Northern Ireland features the Giant's Causeway and Game of Thrones filming locations.

British cuisine has evolved dramatically—gastropubs, modern British restaurants, and regional specialties from Cornish pasties to Scottish salmon reward food-focused travelers. Afternoon tea remains an institution.

Driving in the UK is on the left with good roads. An International Driving Permit is accepted. Parking in cities is expensive and challenging. The M-roads (motorways) are efficient but can be congested.

Principales destinos

1
Scottish Highlands
2
Lake District
3
Cotswolds
4
North Coast 500

Consejos de conducción

Lleva siempre tu permiso internacional junto con tu licencia nacional
Familiarízate con las normas locales de tráfico
Comprueba los requisitos de seguro al alquilar un coche
Respeta los límites de velocidad locales

Preguntas frecuentes

Do I need an IDP to drive in United Kingdom?

Yes, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is required to drive in United Kingdom. The IDP works alongside your national driving license.

Which side of the road do they drive on in United Kingdom?

In United Kingdom, traffic drives on the left side of the road.

What are the speed limits in United Kingdom?

Speed limits in United Kingdom: urban areas — 48 km/h (30 mph), rural roads — 97 km/h (60 mph), highways — 113 km/h (70 mph).

How do I get an IDP for United Kingdom?

You can get your IDP online through our website in just a few minutes. You'll need a photo and your national driving license details.

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Información útil

Código de paísGB
Lado de conducciónIzquierda
Estado IDPRequired
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