Great Scenic Rail Journeys

See Scotland’s stunning landscapes from the train.

Travel beneath vast mountains and over wide open moors, alongside dark lochs and glittering seas.

From the lush fields and forests of the Borders to the peat bogs of the far north; the remote wilderness of Rannoch Moor to the cinematic beauty of the Glenfinnan Viaduct (as seen in the Harry Potter films) – Scotland has never looked more beautiful from the train window.

Great Scenic Tasting Box

Make your Great Scenic Rail Journey extra special with the perfect gourmet accompaniment. Now on sale at Glasgow Queen Street and Inverness Stations, the Great Scenic Tasting Box is filled with delicious Scottish goodies. While the stunning scenery passes by, tuck into pâté, oatcakes, charcuterie, shortbread and other tasty delights. And of course, when in Scotland, enjoy a wee dram as you raise your glass on this memorable journey.

The routes

West Highland Line

Delve deep into the wild west coast from Glasgow to Oban or Fort William and Mallaig on one of the most scenic rail journeys in the world.

Kyle Line

Travel coast to coast across the Highlands from Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh. From mountains and forests to bright lochs and wide open moors.

Far North Line

Venture north from Inverness to Thurso and Wick, tracing the North Sea coast past distilleries, salmon rivers and golf courses.

Carlisle Line

Head south from Glasgow past the battlefields of Robert the Bruce, through Dumfries and Gretna Green, to the historic city of Carlisle.

Borders Railway

Travel the Borders Railway from Edinburgh to Tweedbank, into the picturesque Scottish Borders and the land of Sir Walter Scott.

Stranraer Line

Go right to the heart of Burns country from Glasgow to Ayr and Stranraer. Stop off for the museum, castles, golf, or a ferry to Belfast.

Great Scenic Rail Journeys

See Scotland’s stunning landscapes from the train.

Great Scenic Tasting Box