Summary
The UK's longest train route, running between Aberdeen and Penzance, has ended after more than 100 years of service. The final journey on this 775-mile route was completed with many train enthusiasts on board. The operator, CrossCountry, decided to end the service to create a more efficient timetable.
Key Facts
- The Aberdeen to Penzance train route was the UK's longest direct service at 775 miles (1,247 km).
- The service started in 1921 and has now been discontinued.
- The last train on this route took over 13 hours to reach its destination in Cornwall.
- CrossCountry ended the service to improve the train timetable's efficiency.
- The longest direct route now is between Aberdeen and Plymouth, at 695 miles (1,118 km).
- The last journey included 41 stops and ended at 21:40.
- The route was previously shortened during the COVID-19 pandemic and fully reinstated in May 2023.
- Passengers included rail enthusiasts and those marking the occasion with special memorabilia.
