Train on the Settle-Carlisle line with dramatic sunset in the background

Settle-Carlisle Line - Colin Barker

Epic landscapes

Discover a multitude of epic railway journeys and see some of the most remote and majestic areas that Britain has to offer.

From the Highlands of Scotland to the Yorkshire Dales, you’ll get views that are impossible by any other mode of transport. Travelling by train through these epic landscapes will feel like entering another world.

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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 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 East Coast Main Line

The main line from London to York, Durham, Newcastle and Edinburgh, home of the Flying Scotsman, has some spectacular scenic highlights.

Overview map showing location of the Settle-Carlisle Line

Feel like you've stepped back in time as you explore one of the world's greatest railway journeys.

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 Conwy Valley Line

A beautiful picturesque journey through the stunning Welsh countryside.

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 location of the Esk Valley Line

From the heart of Middlesbrough to the historic seaside town of Whitby, passing through the North York Moors National Park and serving 17 stations along the route.

Overview map showing location of the Hope Valley Line

See dramatic scenery, quaint villages and historic viaducts along the Hope Valley Line.

Overview map showing location of the Derwent Valley Line

A scenic trip through the historic landscape of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.

Overview map showing Heart of Wales Line location

121 miles of scenic railway running from Swansea to Shrewsbury through the heart of beautiful Wales.

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.

Overview map showing location of the Bentham Line

Explore the history of the Bentham Line, nestled in scenic Yorkshire & Lancashire countryside.

Overview map showing location of the Cambrian Coast Lines

Consisting of two branches from Machynlleth to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli the line boasts one of the most stunningly attractive coastal rail journeys in the country.

Heritage Railways

Ffestiniog Railway

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Scenic steam train travelling along Ffestiniog Railway

Ffestiniog Railway

Porthmadog - Blaenau Ffestiniog

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

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Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

Ravenglass - Dalegarth

Snowdon Mountain Railway

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Snowdon Mountain Railway

Llanberis - Mount Snowden

Welsh Highland Railway

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Scenic steam train travelling along the Welsh Highland Railway

Welsh Highland Railway

Porthmadog to Caernarfon

More to explore

Travel along the historic Forth Bridge.

Historic interest

GWR train on St Ives Bay Line

Coastal

A couple wait on the platform to get on to the train on the Tarka Line

Picturesque countryside