Paris
Paris
Paris
London
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Linlithgow
Linlithgow
Linlithgow
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Dunfermline
Dunfermline
Dunfermline
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Edinburgh
Glasgow
Glasgow
Stirling
Stirling
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Paris
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7-day train tour of Scotland from Lyon
Got a week to discover Scotland by train? In partnership with VisitScotland and ScotRail, we've put together a complete tour of the land of thistles from Lyon, from Edinburgh to Glasgow, via the grandiose shores of Loch Lomond, Dunfermline and Stirling! On the program: immersion in Scottish culture, visits to legendary castles, strolls through breathtaking landscapes... Follow the guide 👇
(And to discover the same tour from other French cities, check out our guide to Scotland!)
Lyon, FranceParis, France
High speed train
(≈ 2h00)
Paris, FranceLondon, United Kingdom
High speed train
(≈ 2h21)
London, United KingdomEdinburgh, Scotland
High speed train
(≈ 4h20)
Edinburgh, ScotlandLinlithgow, Scotland
Regional train
(≈ 00h17)
Linlithgow, ScotlandEdinburgh, Scotland
Regional train
(≈ 00h17)
Edinburgh, ScotlandDunfermline, Scotland
Regional train
(≈ 00h31)
Dunfermline, ScotlandEdinburgh, Scotland
Regional train
(≈ 00h32)
Edinburgh, ScotlandGlasgow, Scotland
Regional train
(≈ 1h00)
Glasgow, ScotlandStirling, Scotland
Regional train
(≈ 00h28)
Stirling, ScotlandGlasgow, Scotland
Regional train
(≈ 00h32)
Glasgow, ScotlandBalloch (Loch Lomond), Scotland
Regional train
(≈ 00h58)
Balloch (Loch Lomond), ScotlandGlasgow, Scotland
Regional train
(≈ 00h54)
Glasgow, ScotlandLondon, United Kingdom
Night train
(≈ 7h35)
London, United KingdomParis, France
High speed train
(≈ 2h18)
Paris, FranceLyon, France
High speed train
(≈ 1h56)
Map
Detailed itinerary
Lyon - Paris
Paris - London
You probably already know this, but as of today, Eurostar is the only train company connecting France and Belgium to the United Kingdom via the Channel Tunnel.
As for fares, I recommend booking at least a month and a half in advance if you want to find a round-trip ticket for under €100.
Another important point: since the United Kingdom is not part of the Schengen area, passport and security checks can take quite a bit of time. It’s recommended to arrive at least an hour before departure.
London - Edinburgh
A word of warning: London-Edinburgh trains don't depart from St. Pancras, but from Kings Cross, but don't worry, the station is just across the road.
Three companies offer direct services between London and Edinburgh: LNER, Lumo and Avanti West Coast.
The journey takes between 4 hours 20 minutes and just over 6 hours, depending on which you choose.
And if you prefer night trains, you can take a Caledonian Sleeper (mentioned in the second itinerary option).
Edinburgh - Linlithgow
Linlithgow - Edinburgh
Edinburgh - Dunfermline
Dunfermline - Edinburgh
Edinburgh - Glasgow
Glasgow - Stirling
Stirling - Glasgow
Glasgow - Balloch (Loch Lomond)
Balloch (Loch Lomond) - Glasgow
Glasgow - London
London - Paris
Paris - Lyon
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