Celebrating scenic rail views from Better Transport Week

From striking city skylines and vibrant marinas to the raw, rugged charm of Britain’s industrial heartlands, travelling by train offers some of the most captivating scenic rail views right from your seat.

As part of Campaign for Better Transport’s Better Transport Week, we’ve been celebrating these scenic moments through the #ScenicRailView competition – inviting you to share your favourite snapshots from the window seat. Your photos have captured the essence of rail travel: sustainable, inspiring, and full of unexpected beauty. So get comfy and browse these beautiful images of Britain’s scenic rail views.

Conwy Valley Line – winning photo

CricketAleTrain on X | Conwy Valley Line

Kirk (aka CricketAleTrain on X) said about his photo: 

“The photo of the Conwy Estuary is taken from the Deganwy ‘Mountain’ officially named The Vadre. There are footpaths from Deganwy and it takes a steady 40-50 minute walk to the summit from the station. A much easier walk with equally stunning views is along the coastal path from Conwy Station via the Quayside and Deganwy to West Shore, Llandudno. This mainly level walk takes less than two hours and there are a few cafes on route!”

Far North Line

JaneMilnerBarry on X | Far North Line

Plymouth

Rizzowizzo on X | Approaching Plymouth

Ratcliffe-on-Soar

ianstringfellow on Instagram | Ratcliffe-on-Soar

Irlam Station

littlerobins222 on Instagram | Irlam Station

Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways

KnutsfordGeorge on X | Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways

Dartmouth

0LoyLakes on X | Dartmouth & Royal Navel College

Goathland Station

havent_got_time on Instagram | Goathland Station

British Pullman to Carlisle

Toptatty on X | British Pullman journey to Carlisle

York

Helen Broddle on X | Journey into York

Better Transport Week

Better Transport Week, run by Campaign for Better Transport, is an annual celebration of sustainable, inclusive, and community-focused transport. Held from 16 to 22 June 2025, the week highlighted how better transport connects communities, supports local economies, and contributes to a cleaner, healthier environment.

Join the conversation online and share your favourite scenic rail views using the hashtag #ScenicRailViews.