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I'd fly then drive.

But then I've never had to drive for longer than say 3/4 hours. I'd prefer to just suffer a few queues at the airport and spend the rest of the time sitting around with a book and an iPod.

Also, I'd find it too huge a favour to ask a friend.
 
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