Train on the West Highland Line

West Highland Line - Dennis Hardley Photography

Scotland

Scotland’s railways offer spellbinding views of some of the most dramatic scenery in Britain.

The West Highland Line and its world-famous Glenfinnan Viaduct have been immortalised in the Harry Potter books. This and Scotland's other amazing railways pass through some of Britain's most remote and stunning landscapes, and fascinating towns and villages. These railways definitely need adding to your bucket list!

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Overview map showing West Highland Line location

Enjoy unparalleled panoramic views of lochs dominated by towering mountains and delve deep in the wilds of the West Highland Line.

Overview map showing location of the Far North Line

Explore north from Inverness, following the North Sea coast passing distilleries, salmon rivers and golf courses to Thurso and the fishing port of Wick.

Overview map showing location of the Kyle Line

Travel coast to coast across the Highlands, in the shadows of mountains and forests, beside bright lochs and wide open moors.

Overview map showing Borders Railway

See a snapshot of Scottish history as you travel along the Borders Railway.

Overview map showing location of the Highland Line

Experience the Highland Perthshire hills and rivers, Cairngorms National Park and mountains alongside the Spey Valley.

Overview map showing location of the Strathallan Line

See the Scottish landscape like never before as you pass historic towns and pretty villages following the riverbanks of Allan Water.

Stretching 25 miles from the bustling Scottish capital of Edinburgh to the charming seaside town of North Berwick.

Explore the beautiful scenery of Scotland and marvel at the unparalleled views from the train as you journey from Gretna Green to Stranraer via Kilmarnock and Ayr.

Heritage Railways

Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway

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Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway

Bo'ness - Manuel

Caledonian Railway

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Caledonian Railway

Brechin - Bridge of Dun

Keith and Dufftown Railway

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Keith and Dufftown Railway

Dufftown - Keith

Strathspey Steam Railway

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Strathspey Steam Railway

Aviemore - Broomhill

More regions to explore

North West

Crossing the Arten Gill Viaduct on the Settle to Carlisle Railway. Joe Dunckley / Shutterstock.com

Yorkshire and North East

Train at Danby Station along the Esk Valley railway line. Yorkshire & North East UK

East

Greater Anglia train travelling through field

South West

GWR train on the St Ives Bay Line

Midlands

Heckington Railway Station along the Poacher Line. Midlands UK.

South East

Arundel Castle

Wales

Cambrian Coast. Photo: Cambrian Railway Partnership

Scotland

Train on the West Highland Line