Packing pieces could save a small fortune

TRAVELLERS should shun motorway service stations and stick to picnics to save money.

By The Newsroom

Published 7th Jun 2010, 11:22 BST

Updated 7th Jun 2010, 13:24 BST

Prices at service stations are at least twice that of supermarkets', a study by travelsupermarket.com found.

It showed a family of four could pay nearly 29 for sandwiches, crisps, chocolate and a drink at a service station shop, but 15 at supermarkets.