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The 15 Best Jacobite Steam Train & Glenfinnan Viaduct Trips

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The steam train over the Glenfinnan Viaduct is the West Highlands at their most cinematic. Ranked here are the best Jacobite steam train and Glenfinnan trips from Edinburgh: which put you on the train itself, which watch it cross from the viewpoint, how long the day runs, and what each costs.

From Edinburgh: Glenfinnan, Glencoe, and Highlands Day Trip

From Edinburgh: Glenfinnan, Glencoe, and Highlands Day Trip - Getting started at Castle Terrace (and how to avoid a hassle)

1.Glenfinnan, Glencoe, and Highlands Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,067 reviews · 12 hours · from $66Our pick

Guided day trip from Edinburgh to Glencoe and Fort William, plus Glenfinnan Viaduct for Harry Potter scenes and Highland history.

“Alistair was an amazing guide! He knew so much about the places we visited or drove through. We really liked his funny jokes and his recommendations were simply perfect! By great surprise, he even led us to some Highlander cows, which was a really nice addition to an already perfect day. Thank you so much, Alistair!”

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Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William

Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William - Jacobite Steam Train timing: great viewing, no boarding

2.Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,337 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $62Top rated

12-hour Highland drive from Edinburgh to Glencoe and Fort William, ending at Glenfinnan Viaduct for a seasonal Jacobite train crossing.

“Keith is an amazing guide and driver, who is also very funny and quite knowledgeable about the history of Scotland. I really enjoyed how he incorporated stories told to him by his grandfather into tour. He made the 12+ hour tour entertaining and fun, especially for someone like me who loves to learn about history. It was an amazing tour. History with an extra helping of Harry Potter, my favorite pastime, and Glenfinnan Viaduct along with the Jacobite Steam train. Amazing experience!!”

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Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William

Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William - Jacobite Steam Train timing: great viewing, no boarding

3.Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,366 reviews · 12 hours · from $60Best value

A full-day Highlands trip from Edinburgh to **Glenfinnan Viaduct**, **Loch Shiel**, and **Glencoe**, with Harry Potter and James Bond sights.

“Me and my partner both thoroughly enjoyed our day trip around Scotland’s Highlands and surrounding areas. Our tour guide was Keith and he was amazing. Would HIGHLY recommend!! We got some banging pictures and had probs too much coffee along the way, haha!!! (As well as some whiskey ice-cream!) An added bonus was the fact the weather was lovely. The coach ride didn’t seem long at all, as we stopped multiple times along the way for snacks/toilet etc, plus the amazing commentary! Thank you!”

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From Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Highlands Tour

From Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Highlands Tour - The morning drive: Kelpies, Stirling Castle, and getting into Highland mode

4.Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Highlands Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,060 reviews · 12 hours · from $62

A 12-hour coach day trip from Edinburgh to Glenfinnan Viaduct, Loch Shiel, and Glencoe, with Jacobite train viewing and pit stops in Pitlochry.

“Thanks to Nick for this trip! He made the amazing landscapes even better by telling us the history of Edinburgh and the Highlands in a very engaging and entertaining way. The tour includes incredible scenery, enjoyed without any rush. Totally recommended — I would definitely do it again.”

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3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh

3-Day Isle of Skye Inverness Highlands and Glenfinnan Viaduct Tour from Edinburgh - Inverness at night: where to eat and how to sleep well

Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour

Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour - Callander: The Friendly Highlands Gateway

6.Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,151 reviews · 12 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $67

One day from Edinburgh to Glencoe and Glenfinnan Viaduct by air-conditioned coach, with a guided run of top Highlands sights.

“It's my second time I have taken this tour . I will say it's a must do tour if you are in Edinburgh. Beautiful scenic stops in between , all destinations covered as mentioned in tour description. The tour guide was excellent, she never left us bored during the whole journey. Kept stopping at stops for restrooms, clicking pictures at scenic stops . The driver kept the bus temperature warm enough to make everyone comfortable even when outside temp was -3 deg celsius. A big thanks for it.”

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Hogwarts Express and Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh

Hogwarts Express and Scottish Highlands Tour from Edinburgh - Glenfinnan: the first real Hogwarts moment (and why timing matters)

3-Day Isle of Skye, ‘Hogwarts Express’ Train and Highlands Tour

3-Day Isle of Skye, 'Hogwarts Express' Train and Highlands Tour - Day 1: Glencoe Views, Fort William, Then the Jacobite to Mallaig

From Edinburgh: Magical Highlands Tour with Jacobite Train

From Edinburgh: Magical Highlands Tour with Jacobite Train - From Edinburgh pickup to real Highland time

9.Magical Highlands Tour with Jacobite Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 726 reviews · 13 - 14 hours · from $80

Ride the Jacobite train to Glenfinnan, spot Harry Potter filming locations, and enjoy big Highland views on a long but rewarding day trip from Edinburgh.

“I can’t believe how complete and nice this trip was. The guide is an amazing guy with a good sense of humor, respectful and very helpful!! As a Harry Potter fan I’m truly grateful and happy with this tour, also I’ve been to more than 4 tours in Scotland and so far this one was the most detailed and well explained one, the coach was very clean and comfortable with some snacks and water for the costumers. I’d say it’s a 1000/10 tour!!! ✨⚡️🚂”

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From Edinburgh: Hogwarts Express and Scottish Highlands Tour

From Edinburgh: Hogwarts Express and Scottish Highlands Tour - Glenfinnan and the West Coast Drive: Where the Photos Get Easy

From Edinburgh: 2-Day Highlands Tour with Hogwarts Express

From Edinburgh: 2-Day Highlands Tour with Hogwarts Express - Day 1: Edinburgh to Fort Augustus with Culloden and Clava Cairns

11.2-Day Highlands Tour with Hogwarts Express

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 428 reviews · 35 hours · from $481

A 2-day Highlands bus tour from Edinburgh with the Jacobite steam train, Loch Ness cruise, Culloden, Glen Coe, and Fort Augustus stays.

“The tour guide Steven B was an excellent guide. He was excellent in giving out the history in a very nice way. He was also ready to answer any questions from all of us on the tour. He was also very friendly. loved all the places we toured. Scotland is truly a beautiful place .”

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Glenfinnan, Glencoe and Scottish Highlands Day Tour

Glenfinnan, Glencoe and Scottish Highlands Day Tour - From Edinburgh to the Highlands: comfort, breaks, and how the day flows

Scotland in 5 Days Including Jacobite Steam Train from Edinburgh

Scotland in 5 Days Including Jacobite Steam Train from Edinburgh - Loch Lomond and the Trossachs to Fort William: Day 2’s Harry Potter rail moment

13.Scotland in 5 Days Including Jacobite Steam Train from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews · from $1,330

5 days from Edinburgh to Skye with Loch Ness, Culloden, Eilean Donan, and the Jacobite Steam Train from Fort William to Mallaig.

“We had a great guide which made all the difference. We saw Loch Ness, Stirling Castle, the Wallace Monument, the Jacobite Steam Train, the Kelpies, the battlefield of the Jacobites and Bonnie Prince Charlie, and many other awesome sites. All were impressive! In addition, our hotel accommodations were good and some were excellent. More rest stops on some routes would have been helpful. We also had a great group with whom we enjoyed travelling for the five days. We highly recommend this tour of Scotland.”

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2-Day Jacobite Experience including the Hogwarts Express from Edinburgh

2-Day Jacobite Experience including the Hogwarts Express from Edinburgh - Loch Ness cruise plus Urquhart Castle ruins: the fun add-on part

14.2-Day Jacobite Experience including the Hogwarts Express from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 335 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $492

2-day Jacobite tour from Edinburgh with the Hogwarts Express steam train, Loch Ness cruise, Fort Augustus stay, guided highlights.

“This was a fun way to get out of the city and see the highlands. Our guide, Kelly,kept it fun with references to movies and TV shows along the way. She also plays music with Scottish roots, the last song is still playing in my head. Da na na na... There is an extra charge for the boat ride on Loch Ness, definitely worth it. Sit in front of the boat on the first floor for the best views. If you are touring more than one day it is worth looking in to the Scottish Heritage Pass. It gets you in to most castles and palaces. Make sure to get…”

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6 Day Outer Hebrides, Isle of Skye & optional ‘Hogwarts Express’

6 Day Outer Hebrides, Isle of Skye & optional 'Hogwarts Express' - Day 1: Kelpies, Glencoe, and a Loch Ness stop before Inverness

15.6 Day Outer Hebrides, Isle of Skye & optional ‘Hogwarts Express’

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 223 reviews · 6 days (approx.)

Six days from Edinburgh to the Outer Hebrides and Isle of Skye, with included B&Bs, ferries, and an optional Jacobite Steam Train.

“Tour guide Sophie made this an amazing trip. Not only was she an amazing driver but she was knowledgable,kind and made the driving time so fun. Some on the tour stayed at actual B&B which i was expecting but the hotels did serve breakfast. All with friendly and accommodating staff.”

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