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ScotRail Hits Historic 8.4 Million Journeys as Fare Changes and Commonwealth Games Drive Record Rail Demand

Martina / August 21, 2026

ScotRail recorded more than 8.4 million passenger journeys in July 2026, marking an all-time monthly high as major events, additional capacity and permanently lower peak-time fares strengthened rail demand across Scotland. A total of 8,423,512 journeys were made during the month, up by 897,359 compared with July 2025. That represents annual growth of 11.9%, highlighting […]

Scotland’s Scenic Highland Rail Journeys Face Fragile Orkney and Skye Connections in 2026

Scotland’s scenic Far North and Kyle railway lines continue to offer memorable journeys from Inverness. However, a timetable assessment has revealed fragile connections for travellers continuing towards Orkney and the Isle of Skye. The current ScotRail North Highlands timetable operates from June 29 to December 12, 2026. It connects Inverness with Thurso, Wick and Kyle