Rail

Improving Scotland's rail network through forward-thinking policies.

The Scottish Government is funding a six-month trial removing timing restrictions on the use of off-peak tickets have been relaxed, meaning they are valid all day, every day. The aim of the trial is to encourage modal shift, making it both more accessible and affordable.

We're monitoring the trial as it progresses to check on use and impact. We would be grateful to hear from you on aspects of travel behaviour, experiences of rail use or why you don’t use rail to complete the journeys you make.

Caledonian Sleeper Ltd

Offering overnight trains between London and cities across Scotland

ScotRail Trains Limited

ScotRail Trains Limited operates rail services in Scotland. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of a company, Scottish Rail Holding Ltd, that is wholly owned by the Scottish Government.

Prioritisation of rail projects

To sustain and enhance Scotland’s Railway, a suite of proposed projects is under appraisal, development and delivery across the country.

Building a greener railway

Our rail services decarbonisation action plan sets out how we will develop a rail network that is good for the economy, communities and the environment.

Rail policy and strategy

We are developing and improving Scotland's rail networks, upgrading stations, and honing timetables - we work with local communities to achieve our goals

Access for disabled people

Identifying which Scottish stations should be given priority for improving access for disabled people

Scotland's Railway

Overview of the rail industry in Scotland and how it is regulated

Evaluation of rail projects

Guidance outlining the stages which should be followed when evaluating rail projects

Service Quality Inspection Regime

A customer-focused scheme that measures the qualities of facilities at stations and on trains

Investing in Scotland's Railway

We are investing in connecting communities and spreading sustainable economic prosperity

Far North Line Review Group

A look at the work carried out and improvements made by the Far North Line Review Group so far

Discounted rail travel

A range of discounts is available for rail travel in Scotland and the UK