Glasgow to Oban: A Rail Journey to Remember

I love nothing more than a scenic train journey: the rhythmic racing by of the landscape; scenes that have your nose pressed to the glass; the feeling of everything else drifting away as you gaze out at the passing countryside.  And I'm lucky enough to have one of the country's best railway journeys on my doorstep - the Glasgow to Oban stretch of the famous West Highland Line (recently featured here on The Scotsman online).

The journey takes you from Glasgow Queen Street to Crianlarich, where it veers west (otherwise you will continue onto Fort William and Mallaig).  You then pass Dalmally, Loch Awe, Falls of Cruachan and Taynuilt, skirting Loch Etive, before calling at Connel Ferry and then arriving in Oban itself.

If you're heading to Glasgow for the Commonwealth Games this year, why not take some time out before or after this fantastic event and explore the west?  In around 3 hours you could swap the city hustle and bustle for a great big dose of coastal tranquility.  Whether it's a day trip to recharge the batteries or a short break to discover the delights of Oban and the surrounding area, this beautiful train journey from the city to the coast is a wonderful way to explore some more of Scotland and soak up some stunning scenes.

For timetable information and ticket prices for travelling to Oban by train, take a look at www.scotrail.co.uk.

Is this one of your favourite rail journeys?  We'd love for you to leave a comment below.