The Scottish sleeper train has a new route connecting Birmingham and Aberdeen.

The sleeper train will connect Scotland and Birmingham

According to The Sun: One of the UK's favorite sleeper trains will soon have a new route, marking the biggest schedule change in the last 30 years.

The Caledonian Sleeper will connect Scotland to Birmingham starting in January. It will transport passengers from Aberdeen, Inverness, and Fort William to the city in the West Midlands.

Stops along the route, such as Glasgow and Edinburgh, will remain unchanged, and travel times will not change, according to the operator.

The new service will launch at Birmingham International station on January 15, 2026. It will operate six days a week, excluding Saturdays.

Travel impressions

Recently, I traveled from London to Fort William on the Caledonian Sleeper, dreaming of beautiful landscapes. I have always been drawn to long routes, like those depicted in 'Murder on the Orient Express' and 'Harry Potter'.

The Caledonian Sleeper impressed me.

Before boarding in the evening, passengers with a double room with a bathroom or a club room can visit the lounge of the Caledonian Sleeper. I enjoyed a can of Coca-Cola and a delicious brownie while waiting for my boarding time.

Inside the train, there are green walls, carpet, large windows, and narrow corridors with many doors leading to cozy cabins.

My cabin was compact, had a bunk bed with a soft blanket, outlets, a reading lamp, and nice little touches for a comfortable sleep – a bottle of water, a sleep mask, and earplugs.

On the bed, I found a breakfast card that had to be filled out and left on the door to choose dishes for the morning.

Breakfast and dinner

The menu offered a wide range of dishes, including a full Scottish breakfast, a vegan bacon sandwich, fresh fruit, pastries, and even pancakes.

Each passenger is entitled to two drinks – I chose orange juice and a latte.

After enjoying dinner in the club car, I tried three dishes: starting with smoked salmon quiche for £8 and finishing with a chocolate tart with caramel for £10.

In the club car, a variety of drinks, including local sweets, can also be ordered.

Although the train may shake at night, earplugs and a sleep mask really help, and the upper bunk provides more comfort.

Stunning views of Scotland

In the morning, I woke up to the view of sunny Scotland, with its hills and large lakes outside the window. This moment became special – waking up in another country, putting on slippers, and heading to breakfast.

On the return journey, I tried the full Scottish breakfast (without haggis), and it was fresh and perfectly cooked again.

For anyone heading to Fort William, I recommend not rushing and enjoying breakfast with the views. On the way back to London, I advise having breakfast at the station.

The Caledonian Sleeper has several routes leading to Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Fort William.

The cost for a club room is approximately £200 one way for one person, while shared accommodation is around £280.

There is also an option to travel in a seated carriage with tickets starting from £50 one way.

In railway news, it is also reported that two popular European night routes may be canceled after just two years. However, a new night sleeper train is planned to connect 100 European cities with private cabins and panoramic views.