Ribblehead Viaduct, Yorkshire Dales

Image credit: Colin Barker

view from Dent railway station over looking rolling countryside hills
People walking across the countryside with Ribblehead viaduct in the background

History and heritage

Scenic views

Settle to Carlisle

Settle – Carlisle

The stunning Settle to Carlisle line is classed as one of the most scenic journeys in Britain. However did you know you can travel along the route without need to join a steam train special? Join a regular main line train service and see the same views for less.

Scenic views

Keep your camera at the ready as you pass over viaducts and cut through the Three Peaks as your journey moves onwards to Carlisle and Scotland.

It’s not just the views from the train that are impressive. Many of the railway stations have ben restored to be rminiscent of a time pasted, nestled in the Yorkshire Dales and lush Cumbrian countryside.

Walking

The majestic scenery is loved by walkers and ramblers often taken the train to begin their walking trails. Ribblehead is a great place for walking, and there’s a cafe at the station providing souveniers and snacks to keep you going.

About this line

Route

Settle – Carlisle

Journey time

2 hrs 30

Cost

Off-peak day return from £22.60

Distance

72 miles | 116 km

Stations on this line:

  • Settle
  • Horton-in-Ribblesdale
  • Ribblehead
  • Dent
  • Garsdale
  • Kirkby Stephen
  • Appleby
  • Langwathby
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