Luxury Overnight Sleeper Train From Scotland to England - The Caledonian

Today I'm taking the luxurious Caledonian Sleeper train from Inverness, Scotland all the way down the United Kingdom, to London. I'm going to be sleeping in the best room onboard, of which there are only three - a double ensuite room. The train should take around 12 hours to take me from one side of the country to the other. I've taken lots of sleeper trains recently, and this one is the first in my home country, how does this compare to the likes of Amtrak or indeed the Arctic Express?

As with all my train videos, this will be a comprehensive trip report, from the moment I leave Inverness train station all the way down to London Euston station. We'll take a look at the food, a room tour of my exclusive First Class Cabin, what the shower is like and the amenities provided. I'll also take a look at coach class.

0:00 - Introduction
1:09 - Inverness Station
2:00 - Getting Onboard
2:59 - Dinner
6:11 - Room tour
10:50 - The shower
11:36 - Breakfast
13:22 - London

[HRoss]

I just quit smoking (day 6) and one of my motivations is being able to take overnight or extended train trips. Just the idea of not having to deal with added stress of being a smoker while traveling is going to be so relieving. All that to say, thanks for the in-depth videos. I'm definitely using them to plan my dream itinerary.

[barbarabanks]

Was great seeing the Caledonian Sleeper again! My niece and I traveled from Edinburgh to London a few years ago. The Sleeper car was our 'hotel' for the night and was a reasonably comfortable (we were in a classic room with bunks) and restful experience. I've recommended it to others!

[taniastevenson]

I’ve done this trip, but the London>Fort William route and direction. A far more spectacular route. You want to wake up at 6am for the views over Rannoch Moor and the horseshoe curve is an amazing piece of railway. Worth doing this route for the view alone.

[geolgirl]

I did this journey in economy when I was in uni coming back from Skye, it was even longer as I got it from Skye! It wasn't very comfortable but I was younger and fitter and got a full night sleep! I then trecked through London with one massive backpack and 2 small ones with many rock samples... (Geologist...) But a good experience all together 🙂

[BecomingBossC]

Will, I think you’ve found your new “bread and butter” for your channel. We love the train videos. 100k views in 14 hours is insane! 🥳

[debraedwards]

Whoa! And here I am thinking my upcoming train trip from will be an adventure for this 65 year-old solo you go, young man. Love your videos!

[peppermintwoman]

I appreciate that you are always respectful, even when remarking the more undesirable aspects.

[demobbed]

I undertook part of this journey about ten years ago, before the new stock was introduced. Since I was only travelling form Inverness to Preston and I can usually sleep on a washing line I opted for the seated sleeper. All was well and good to begin with and I slept quite soundly from Inverness to Edinburgh. I was awoken when another train was coupled onto the end at Edinburgh and noticed we were about two hours behind schedule. I dozed off again and woke about two hours later and we were still in Edinburgh! Departure time from Inverness was about 2100 and it was now about 0400 with about another 4 hours to go to my destination. Eleven hours seated on a train is not the most comfortable experience even for me and if I ever have to make the journey again I will definitely book a room.

[maplesyrup]

I feel like it might have been a better idea to start from London at night so that in the morning you could see those picturesque Scottish views! It was still a very entertaining and informative video!

[adonaisf]

this is by far the most GENERIC interior in any vehicle ever

[jimmykouba]

First time watching here from the US. Omg the scenery is breathtaking. Sleepers are not cheap on trains, but worth it for long travels. This is just a few things I can add to my list of travel ideas and places. On February 1, 2022, I had my first smoke free day. Still haven't smoked. My goal to quit is hopefully to be selected as a volunteer for the World Cup in Katar. Luckily trains can be found in every country. Can't wait to see where you go next.

[theresatipe]

I bought a 7 days student rail pass after graduating from college
Travel from London and back
Visited these places York, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Lake Windermere, Strafford on Avon, Devon
Had a wonderful time😊

[edwardmclean]

I took the Caladonian Sleeper London to Inverness return twice. The cabin was so small it felt like very small broom cupboard. To get into the bunk bed I had to twist myself around the fixed ladder for the upper berth. With myself in a cabin for two with a modest amount of luggage, it felt very very tight. The train may be new but it ran over old tracks. The train bounced so much that I got very little sleep.

[JaneMaxfield-tvcs]

Last year we did the Caledonian Sleeper from Euston to Inverness and we went in the Economy seats, mainly because I wanted to watch the sunrise over the Scottish Highlands. Apart from the air con being set too low making it really cold, it wasn’t too bad and we managed to get a bit of sleep but I did see the sunrise over the Highlands which was definitely worth it 🤗🤗

[ludwig]

My tip for a nice trip: Try the Overnight Sleeper Train from Munich to Rome. Its very nice and youll see so many different countrysides. I tried it 1 year ago and its the nicest feeling to wake up and to see the typical italian cypresses and the beautiful italian countryside!

[xSluggySlugworthx]

This looks amazing! I had the pleasure to live in the UK for two years and had no idea this route existed, instead it took 9 hours to drive from Cambridge to Ben Nevis. £130 (when I checked the website) is well worth the price! If I ever make it back I'm definitely going to do this.

[ChuckyTweek]

Because of your videos i'm motivated do go on a train again. I wasn't able due to anxiety and panic attacks. But now i want to TRAVEL somewhere by train! 😀 greetings from austria

[Clairiebella]

I took the sleeper from London ti Aviemore a couple of years ago. It was a treat, as it is expensive as you mentioned. But I was only going to be in Scotland for a short time and did not want to waste any time catching up on sleep. I loved the experienced and as a solo female traveller, felt very safe. Loving the vids!

[chrischarlescook]

Back in 2009 I used to travel from Essex to Carlisle, via London regularly. I tried the CS once but could only afford coach. It was torture. You can never sleep but you also aren't really awake. The track makes the train bounce around, you are always conscious of new passengers every time the train stops. I immediately went back to Virgin during the daytime after that.

The cabins look nice but, and you know this, you could fly to most of Asia for less! Great channel btw

[oddeyes]

My fiancée and I are planning our honeymoon in Europe, a week in France and a week in the UK. It'll be our first time to Europe and the first time we'll be using passenger trains as they aren't common in America. Your videos and Nonstop Dan's have been super helpful and fun to watch as I'm a nervous traveler and like to know about services I use beforehand. 😅 Keep up the good work 💪