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About ScotRail
As Scotland's main rail company, ScotRail runs services on just over 500 routes, calling at 123 stations in 80 towns and cities. Important destinations on the ScotRail network include Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, and its northernmost station, Thurso, in mainland Great Britain.
ScotRail services are a mixture of suburban commuter routes and intercity services. The latter gives passengers the choice of both standard and first-class seating, with a few more luxuries afforded to first class. Regardless of your ticket, a large number of ScotRail trains now offer complimentary WiFi, as well as onboard restrooms and catering.
Wanderu has been an official partner of ScotRail since 2018, meaning that Wanderu is the best place to check schedules or book trips on ScotRail. Choose your destination and dates, compare prices, and get the cheapest tickets with no extra fees!
Contact ScotRail
Phone number: GB: 03448110141Online support: ScotRail website
Email: [email protected]ScotRail Amenities
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ScotRail Train Guide & FAQs
Yes, ScotRail offers WiFi on their trains. Although most trips with ScotRail will have WiFi as advertised, some trains might not come equipped with WiFi and onboard WiFi can lose its connection in rural areas. We recommend you bring a book or download a movie just to play it safe. ScotRail WiFi is generally best used for surfing the web, checking emails and chatting with friends; you shouldn’t count on the WiFi to binge watch your favorite show.
ScotRail does not offer power outlets on their trains at this time. We suggest you charge up your laptop ahead of time and bring a power bank for your phone to extend its battery life for the duration of the trip. And remember - a good book doesn’t require any power.
On a typical day, ScotRail has 2 scheduled train trips in total. However, the exact departure and arrival times vary depending on the day and route. The best way to find the exact schedule for your trip is to use the search tool on this page.
Yes, ScotRail offers the option to purchase will call tickets. Will call tickets are an option that allows you to book the tickets ahead of time online, then pick up the tickets from an agent or kiosk once you arrive at the station. Note that you will need to bring the confirmation information you received when you made your ticket purchase. If you choose to use the will call ticket option with ScotRail, please make sure to bring the same credit card you used to purchase the tickets with you when you pick them up.
No, ScotRail does not require an ID to board its trains at this time. Of course, it is always a good idea to carry a government-issued ID whenever you hit the road.
No, there are no bathrooms available on ScotRail trains. Though there are no bathrooms onboard, typically breaks are scheduled in the itinerary to allow passengers to use bathroom facilities along the way.
ScotRail provides snacks to satisfy your hunger during your travels. Be sure to pack a credit card and some cash in case you get hungry. Don’t worry about being parched while traveling with ScotRail as they offer a beverage service to make sure you stay hydrated. Though we always recommend bringing a reusable water bottle with you to make sure you have water within easy reach and help reduce unnecessary plastic waste.
Yes, ScotRail requires that all passengers have printed tickets to board the train. When you book with Wanderu and activate your account, you will be able to easily find and download your tickets for most trains.
ScotRail focuses on delivering a great travel experience at a low price and currently does not offer premium features like extra legroom or onboard entertainment. But these days, between your laptop, tablet, smartphone and e-reader, you’re the master of your own entertainment even on longer journeys.
How do I get the best deal on ScotRail tickets?
Wanderu is the best place to score cheap ScotRail tickets. Wanderu offers the lowest available fares every day and charges no extra booking fees. Plus, you can compare ScotRail prices with trips offered by other train companies to be sure you’re getting the best deal on your tickets!
Pro travelers know that booking your ticket well in advance is key to finding the lowest price. Ticket prices normally go up the closer you get to the travel date, so don’t miss out on a good deal when you see one. If you can be flexible with your travel date, you can also get cheap tickets by traveling on weekdays instead of weekends.
When you’re ready to book, type your departure city and destination city in the search bar above, select your travel date, and let Wanderu work its magic to show you all of the best bus and train ticket prices available for your trip. Pick the ticket that’s best for your budget, schedule, and preferences, and complete the booking right on Wanderu to secure your great deal.
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare coach and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap coach and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best coach and train deals out there.
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