ScotRail issues travel advice for Highland passengers as railway lines closed
The Highland Main Line and Far North Line remain closed.
Last updated 2nd Jan 2025
ScotRail passengers in the Highlands are being urged to check their journey before travelling with railway lines closed.
The operator said the Far North Line between Inverness and Wick remains closed due to landslips at three locations.
Repairs are being carried out on the line between Laird and Rogart, Bunchrew near Inverness and at Beauly.
Rail replacement buses are in place for several services.
The Highland Mainline between Inverness and Perth has now reopened after it was closed due to damage caused by flooding earlier this week.
ScotRail said it is working to get train services running on the route as quickly as possible.
Inspections will also be carried out today on the West Highland Line to Maillaig and Oban.
Yellow warning for snow and ice
It comes as an 18-hour yellow warning for snow and ice has come into force across northern Scotland.
The Met Office alert indicates there could be some disruption to travel on Thursday until 10am on Friday.
The forecaster is asking people to check before travelling.
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