Borders Railway

The Borders Railway is a train line that connects Edinburgh with Tweedbank, running through the regions of Midlothian and the Scottish Borders. It follows the path of an earlier railway route and stops at several stations throughout its journey.

The original line opened in 1849 and connected Edinburgh with the Scottish Borders before closing in 1969. The modern railway reopened in 2015, reviving the route that had lain unused for nearly 50 years.

The stations give travelers easy access to literary and mining heritage, including the home where author Sir Walter Scott lived and worked. People visiting these places often start their journey from the railway itself, making it a gateway to regional history and local pride.

Trains run regularly throughout the day, with the journey from Edinburgh to Tweedbank taking around an hour. The line is easy to access from either end and well-marked for new passengers.

Building the modern line required around 140 bridges and tunnels, making it one of the largest railway construction projects in Britain in recent times. This engineering scale shows how much work went into restoring this forgotten route.

Location: City of Edinburgh

Official opening: September 6, 2015

Part of: National Rail

GPS coordinates: 55.78000,-2.95000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 21:02