Journeys to health services in Great Britain: An analysis of changing travel patterns 1985-2006

► Changes in the utilisation and access to health services (1985-2006) were analysed in GB. ► Mobility levels better explain utilisation of health services than accessibility levels. ► The accessibility levels of Londoners gradually improved compared to those of individuals in other areas in GB. ► The mobility levels of Londoners gradually declined compared to individuals living in other areas of GB. ► Transport disadvantaged groups were found to face difficulty in the utilisation of health services.