Image credit: Steve Widdowson
Image credit: Steve Widdowson
Image credit: Steve Widdowson
History and heritage
Scenic views
Oxford – Hereford
Journey past the dramatic Malvern Hills and through the orchards of the Vale of Evesham and Herefordshire, travelling through pretty towns and quaint villages as you go.
Take time to enjoy exploring the spa town of Great Malvern alongside the historic cathedral cities of Oxford, Worcester and Hereford.
Oxford – Hereford
2 hrs 10
£25.70 Off-Peak Day Return
86 miles | 138.5 km
Colchester – Clacton
Travelling through quaint villages, bustling towns and picturesque fishing ports you’ll soon see why this line is called the Sunshine Coast Line.
Barnt Green – Droitwich Spa
Travel through lush countryside as you journey along the Saltway Line from charming Barnt Green to historic Droitwich Spa.
Doncaster – Lincoln
Take a journey through history as you travel along the Doncaster to Lincoln line.
Nottingham – Skegness via Grantham
Starting in the vibrant city of Nottingham, the Poacher Line stretches 78 miles across the Lincolnshire countryside.
Derby – Crewe via Stoke-on-Trent
Experience rich heritage, vast countryside and award winning museums along the North Staffordshire Line.
Lincoln – Grimsby
From the historic city of Lincoln, this picturesque line delivers you straight to the fishing port of Grimsby.
Hagley – Hartlebury via Kidderminster
Journey through rolling picturesque countryside, on your way into the heart of Worcestershire.
Leamington Spa – Nuneaton
The Elephant & Bear Line links the vibrant towns and cities from Nuneaton down to Royal Leamington Spa.
Nottingham – Matlock via Derby
A scenic trip through the historic landscape of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.
Experience new adventures when you enjoy greener days out by rail this autumn. Take a look at our suggestions here.
We're getting on board for Catch the Bus Month and bring you some suggestions on how you can explore further when you combine your adventure with trains and buses.
Leeds – Morecambe / Heysham Port via Skipton, Bentham & Lancaster
Explore the history of the Bentham Line, nestled in scenic Yorkshire & Lancashire countryside.
