Sample writing travel and transport topics for task 2

Travel and transport is a topic you will have to discuss and write about in your IELTS writing exam.

Although it is not overly complicated, this topic can be a little confusing while under pressure.

That’s why we created a list of exercises to help you prepare yourself for this part of the exam.

Go down the list of exercises and answer the questions like you would in the actual exam.

Travel and transport practice topics

1. In many countries people tend to move overseas or move to a different part of their country after their retirement.
Discuss why they do so and what the outcome of this situation is. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

2. Some people prefer to use energy-saving modes of transportation like hybrid cars and bicycles. Others prefer the usual mode of transportation like buses and trains because it is fast and efficient. Which mode of transportation do you prefer and why?
Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.

3. Low-price airlines lack most of the conveniences of normal air plane flights. However, the prices of the tickets are usually lower.
Discuss negative and positive aspects of having lower rates of air plane tickets for travellers. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your response.

4. Is it good for families if parents need to travel a lot in their job or if they need to move to other cities? Is moving to a new location positive for children?
Discuss your opinion and support it with specific reasons and examples.

5. Better driver education for better driving habits is more effective than heavier punishments for driving offences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.

6. Some people like to travel outside of their countries. Others would rather travel to the tourist spots in their own country first before travelling abroad.
Which do you prefer to do and why? Include specific details and examples to support your choice.

7. Although more and more people use public transport, some city streets are still overcrowded with traffic.
How can this problem be solved? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

8. People are more mobile nowadays. They seldom live in one city all of their lives. Why do you think this is happening? What are the consequences of this trend?
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

9. In some countries the government promotes public transport as the primary means of transportation, and discourages private vehicle ownership.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

10. Compared to the past, people can now work in places that are far from their homes because of modern means of transportation. How has this affected the lives of workers?
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of having modern transportation. Support your answer with specific reasons and examples.

11. Recent surveys show increased interest in relocation and travel to other countries. What may be the reasons for this trend, and what will be the possible outcome from this behaviour?
Provide examples for your opinion.

For an introduction on how to start IELTS writing task 2 click here.