SCOTRAIL has announced a new timetable shake-up that will affect thousands of commuters.Therail operatorhas launched a brand-new schedule that comes into force tomorrow.GettyPassengers have been urged to check their journeys in advance[/caption]AlamyA new schedule comes into force tomorrow[/caption]And passengers have been urged to check their journeys in advance as many routes and train times may have changed.Bosses have confirmed that almost 100 additional services each weekday will be added to the new timetable.This includes running services through new stations at Cameron Bridge and Leven.These stations are a part of the reopening of the Levenmouth rail link.A total of 30 extra services every weekday will also be added across the Inverclyde route.Some changes will see improvements to services between North Fife and Edinburgh and better connections between trains and ferries at Gourock.We listened to feedback from customers through our public consultation, and we’re confident that the changes in the new timetable will be welcomedScott PrenticeScotRail Strategy & Planning DirectorA more frequent service will also be introduced between Glasgow and Wemyss Bay.Commuters along the central belt will also see changes to services on early Saturday mornings.This comes as bosses aim to provide a more reliable service on busier trains later in the day.Passengers can check their train times on the website and on the ScotRail app where timetables can be downloaded. Scott Prentice, ScotRail Strategy & Planning Director, said: “This is a fantastic timetable change for our customers, delivering improvements across the country, including almost 100 additional services each day and thousands of extra seats. “We listened to feedback from customers through our public consultation, and we’re confident that the changes in the new timetable will be welcomed.“We’re encouraging customers to check their journey before they travel as some train times have changed.”The full list of affected routes is as follows:The Central BeltGlasgow – Edinburgh via Airdrie/BathgateGlasgow – Edinburgh via Falkirk HighGlasgow – Edinburgh via Shotts or Carstairs and MotherwellGlasgow Queen Street High Level – Cumbernauld & Falkirk GrahamstonGlasgow – Barrhead/Kilmarnock/CarlisleGlasgow – Cathcart/Newton/NeilstonGlasgow – East KilbrideGlasgow – Maryhill/AnnieslandGlasgow – Paisley CanalThe HighlandsGlasgow & Edinburgh – InvernessGlasgow and Edinburgh – Dundee and AberdeenInverness – AberdeenKilmarnock, Dumfries and CarlisleGlasgow – Barrhead/Kilmarnock/CarlisleA FARE DEALA MAJOR update has been announced about ScotRail train fares, and it is good news for passengers.The rail operator launched a pilot scheme scrappingpeak rail fares last October.It meant passengers paid the same price forticketsinstead of forking out for higher prices during busier times.It was rolled out in a bid to boost railtravelafter thepandemicafter passenger numbers dropped.The move was welcomed by commuters, with tickets costing as much as £28 being slashed to half price.But there it’s goodnewsfor passengers as the scheme is set to be extended, with First MinisterJohn Swinneyannouncing peak fares will be scrapped for a further three months.It would mean customers will continue paying off-peak prices until September.The East Coast and FifeEdinburgh – Fife, Perth & DundeeEdinburgh – Newcraighall – TweedbankGlasgow and Edinburgh – Dundee and AberdeenLothian and The BordersHaymarket – North Berwick/DunbarThe affected timetables include:Central Scotland TimetableDunbartonshire TimetableLanarkshire TimetableAyrshire, Inverclyde & Stranraer TimetableNorth Highlands TimetableWest Highlands Timetable
SCOTRAIL has announced a new timetable shake-up that will affect thousands of commuters.
Therail operatorhas launched a brand-new schedule that comes into force tomorrow.
Passengers have been urged to check their journeys in advance[/caption]
A new schedule comes into force tomorrow[/caption]
And passengers have been urged to check their journeys in advance as many routes and train times may have changed.
Bosses have confirmed that almost 100 additional services each weekday will be added to the new timetable.
This includes running services through new stations at Cameron Bridge and Leven.
These stations are a part of the reopening of the Levenmouth rail link.
A total of 30 extra services every weekday will also be added across the Inverclyde route.
Some changes will see improvements to services between North Fife and Edinburgh and better connections between trains and ferries at Gourock.
We listened to feedback from customers through our public consultation, and we’re confident that the changes in the new timetable will be welcomed
Scott PrenticeScotRail Strategy & Planning Director
A more frequent service will also be introduced between Glasgow and Wemyss Bay.
Commuters along the central belt will also see changes to services on early Saturday mornings.
This comes as bosses aim to provide a more reliable service on busier trains later in the day.
Passengers can check their train times on the website and on the ScotRail app where timetables can be downloaded.
Scott Prentice, ScotRail Strategy & Planning Director, said: “This is a fantastic timetable change for our customers, delivering improvements across the country, including almost 100 additional services each day and thousands of extra seats.
“We listened to feedback from customers through our public consultation, and we’re confident that the changes in the new timetable will be welcomed.
“We’re encouraging customers to check their journey before they travel as some train times have changed.”
The full list of affected routes is as follows:
The Central Belt
- Glasgow – Edinburgh via Airdrie/Bathgate
- Glasgow – Edinburgh via Falkirk High
- Glasgow – Edinburgh via Shotts or Carstairs and Motherwell
- Glasgow Queen Street High Level – Cumbernauld & Falkirk Grahamston
- Glasgow – Barrhead/Kilmarnock/Carlisle
- Glasgow – Cathcart/Newton/Neilston
- Glasgow – East Kilbride
- Glasgow – Maryhill/Anniesland
- Glasgow – Paisley Canal
The Highlands
Kilmarnock, Dumfries and Carlisle
- Glasgow – Barrhead/Kilmarnock/Carlisle
A FARE DEAL
A MAJOR update has been announced about ScotRail train fares, and it is good news for passengers.
The rail operator launched a pilot scheme scrappingpeak rail fares last October.
It meant passengers paid the same price forticketsinstead of forking out for higher prices during busier times.
It was rolled out in a bid to boost railtravelafter thepandemicafter passenger numbers dropped.
The move was welcomed by commuters, with tickets costing as much as £28 being slashed to half price.
But there it’s goodnewsfor passengers as the scheme is set to be extended, with First MinisterJohn Swinneyannouncing peak fares will be scrapped for a further three months.
It would mean customers will continue paying off-peak prices until September.
The East Coast and Fife
- Edinburgh – Fife, Perth & Dundee
- Edinburgh – Newcraighall – Tweedbank
- Glasgow and Edinburgh – Dundee and Aberdeen
Lothian and The Borders
- Haymarket – North Berwick/Dunbar
The affected timetables include:
- Central Scotland Timetable
- Dunbartonshire Timetable
- Lanarkshire Timetable
- Ayrshire, Inverclyde & Stranraer Timetable
- North Highlands Timetable
- West Highlands Timetable
