Where does the West Highland line start?
Where does the West Highland line start?
Glasgow Queen Street
The West Highland Line starts at Glasgow Queen Street, passing through the Glaswegian suburbs towards Helensburgh. You run along the shores of Loch Lomond (on the right-hand side of the train) towards Ardlui station.
What are the stations on the West Highland Line?
West Highland Line
- 4.1 Stations.
- 4.2 Glasgow to Crianlarich.
- 4.3 Crianlarich to Oban.
- 4.4 Crianlarich to Fort William.
- 4.5 Fort William to Mallaig.
How long is the West Highland Line?
180* miles
The 180* miles of the West Highland Lines pass through the most challenging and varied geography in Britain. For details of the Line Gradients click Glasgow Queen Street – Bridge of Orchy, Bridge of Orchy – Mallaig and Oban.
What is the most scenic train ride in Scotland?
5 scenic Scottish rail journeys to try in 2019
- West Highland Line. (Glasgow – Fort William – Mallaig, Glasgow – Oban)
- Inverness – Kyle line. (Inverness – Kyle of Lochalsh)
- Highland Main Line. (Glasgow/Edinburgh – Perth – Inverness)
- Far North Line. (Inverness – Wick/Thurso)
- Borders Railway. (Edinburgh – Tweedbank)
How long is Jacobite train ride?
Described as the greatest railway journey in the world, this 84 mile round trip takes you past a list of impressive extremes.
Is the West Highland Line electrified?
It is a terminus for lines to the north, west and east. The railway was electrified in 2016. Having brought in the Friday/Saturday only 6.16pm arrival from Thornton Junction, B1 4-6-0 61261 assists the 18.35 return working to Dunfermline out …
Is the West Highland Line a steam train?
There are two ways to travel along the iconic West Highland Line, the most famous of which being the majestic Jacobite Steam Train. The Jacobite was one of many steam trains to travel this line over the years and has inspired a traditional Scottish tune thanks to its beauty.
How long does the Jacobite train journey take?
How long does The Jacobite Train take? The train journey takes around 2 hours for each leg, with a one and a half hour stop off in Mallaig before the return journey. If you intend to complete the return journey you should allow around 6 hours for the day trip.
