Lines reopened between Aviemore and Inverness: disruption expected until 12:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Monday 17 August 2026 at 09:50
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Last updated
Monday 17 August 2026 at 10:15
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Edinburgh / Glasgow Queen Street and Inverness
Description
All lines have reopened following a road vehicle colliding with a railway bridge between Aviemore and Inverness. As service recovers, trains running between these stations may still be delayed by up to 20 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 12:00.
Customer advice:
Customers can use their tickets at no extra cost on the following services:
Alternative ScotRail services via any reasonable route
Citylink buses between Perth and Inverness in both directions
If you have had to drive to another station your ticket will be valid to collect your car on your return journey. Speak to a member of staff to validate your ticket.
Check before you travel:
You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.
Compensation:
You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.
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