Transportation and Accomodations

• If any travel was completely related to business, all expenses paid during the trip can be deducted from your taxes. This may include the cost to get to your destination, such as public transportation fares and the cost of your accommodations. According to the United States Small Business Association, you are permitted to deduct 50 percent of your meals while traveling for business.
  
  

Service Expenses

• Besides transportation costs and accommodations, certain extra expenses that you must pay while traveling for business can also be deducted on your income tax return. These travel-related expenses include long-distance calls, dry cleaning, laundry services, rental fees and service tips.
  
  

Mileage Deductions

• A standard mileage deduction can be claimed on your taxes if you have used your vehicle for business travel. The standard mileage deduction does not apply to commuting to and from work on a daily basis. As of 2010, the standard mileage rate for using your car for business matter is $0.50 per mile. Alternatively, you can claim the actual cost to operate the vehicle, including lease payments, gas, insurance premiums, repairs and tolls.
  
  

Acceptable Types of Travel

• The type of travel you do for work affects whether or not you get credit for the expenses. For instance, a permanent work assignment is not a deductible business expense. Business meetings, seminars and conventions are all examples of acceptable types of outings for tax deductions. Save all receipts related to the travel you do for work in the case of an audit.