How much did the Borders Railway cost?

The Borders Railway was named the Scottish infrastructure project of 2016 by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. The final cost of the project was £353 million, of which £295 million was construction costs (in 2012 prices).

What is the route of the Borders Railway?

The route runs between Edinburgh, Brunstane, Newcraighall, Shawfair, Eskbank, Newtongrange, Gorebridge, Stow, Galashiels and Tweedbank, with a total journey time of around 55m. The Borders Railway is fully integrated with the national railway network.

Can I use national railcard in Scotland?

The railcard is here for you to enjoy whenever you make an off-peak journey. It’s valid for travel all over the UK, not just in Scotland.

Why was the Waverley Line closed?

The line was closed in 1969, as a result of the Beeching Report. Part of the line, from Edinburgh to Tweedbank, reopened in September 2015. The reopened railway is known as the Borders Railway.

When did the Waverley line open?

1849 &
The Waverley Route was the North British Railway’s line between Edinburgh & Carlisle, through the Scottish Borders. Opened in two stages, between 1849 & 1862, the railway linked the Border towns of Galashiels, Melrose, St. Boswells & Hawick.

What are the borders in Scotland?

The Scottish Borders. The Scottish Borders is perfectly positioned as perhaps the easiest destination in Scotland to reach; Edinburgh & The Lothians lie to the north, Dumfries & Galloway to the west, and Northumberland in northern England to the south.

Does Peebles have a railway station?

The Peebles Railway station continued in use for the time being, renamed Peebles (Old). The train service now operated from Galashiels to Edinburgh via Peebles, as a through route; there were five trains daily, two on Sundays, with some short workings.

How much does it cost to go to Fort William?

The average price of a 7-day trip to Fort William is $1,764 for a solo traveler, $3,168 for a couple, and $5,939 for a family of 4. Fort William hotels range from $71 to $322 per night with an average of $117, while most vacation rentals will cost $220 to $520 per night for the entire home.

Can I use my National Entitlement Card on scotrail?

If you’re aged 16-18 and have a Young Scot National Entitlement Card, you can get fantastic discounts on your train travel in Scotland. This includes 1/3 off most rail fares and 50% off weekly and monthly tickets.