A guide to travel on the West Highland Line in Scotland, from Glasgow to Fort William & Mallaig - Britain's (and one of the world's) best train journeys. Includes an illustrated account of a journey on the West Highland Line, and information about the L
4. Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond You’re in Scotland and you’re yearning to see a loch. The one Nessy lives in is pretty far north, but day trips from Glasgow to Loch Lomond are very doable. Once there, you’ll be able to see all that Scotland’s nature has to offer – including ...
Finish your Scotland itinerary by hightailing it back on the train fromFort William to Edinburgh(5h 20m). If you’re still curious to see a bit more, we recommend a more scenic route to Glasgow, passing beautiful Loch Lomond. This lake is a national treasure, immortalised in the lyrics o...
Fort William is set on the banks of Loch Linnhe in the shadow of the UK’s highest mountain – Ben Nevis – making the town a real hub for hikers, bikers and other adventure-seekers. The climb to the top of Ben Nevis takes five–seven hours, weather permitting, so you might have to...
With us, marvel at the scenic beauties of the Isle of Skye, take leisurely strolls through the storied Orkney archipelago, visit Drumlanrig Castle and explore Loch Lomond in this joyful recognition of Scottish heritage and landscapes. View and Book Journey Revel in Nature Dine to the sound ...
The route runs along Loch Lomond, climbs 1,350 feet into snow-capped mountains and crosses some of the wildest, most unspoilt landscapes in Britain. The original article can be found via the VisitBritain website. Ready to book your tickets? From To Out 1 Adult (16+)Add railcardsGet...
Search for your perfect day out, a new place to go, or find a weekend away by train here. We've something for everyone & it's all just a train journey away!
Search for your perfect day out, a new place to go, or find a weekend away by train here. We've something for everyone & it's all just a train journey away!
From Arrochar and Tarbet Station, the line follows the famous Loch Lomond, crossing Creag an Ardain Viaduct, before starting the climb to Glen Falloch Summit. The following miles see the line ascend and descend the many summits found on the line, including Rannoch Moor and Corrour Summit, ...
“We had just the two of us, a couple of days up in the Highlands,” recalls Derek. “A little silver Mini Metro, Crowded House in the cassette and visiting scenic spots — Loch Lomond, Glen Coe, Robert the Bruce statue, Aviemore…” ...