Caledonian Sleeper services from Scotland to Europe to be explored by transport chiefs
A feasibility study examining the potential for Scotland's first direct rail services to Europe is to be produced, with the rail service currently providing overnight trains from Aberdeen to London.
New ArticlesCaledonian SleeperA feasibility study examining the potential for Scotland's first direct rail services to Europe is to be produced, with the rail service currently providing overnight trains from Aberdeen to London. 11:01, 05 Aug 2026Updated 11:02, 05 Aug 2026Caledonian Sleeper services run between Aberdeen and London(Image: Ken Jack/Getty Images)A study is set to be launched into creating the first ever directrail servicesfrom Scotland to mainland Europe. Caledonian Sleepercurrently operates overnight trains fromAberdeen, Inverness and Fort William to London, including stops in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Birmingham. Transport Scotlandhas now announced that a working group has met for the first time to deliver a feasibility study examining the potential for a direct service to Europe. The group, comprising representatives from Transport Scotland, Scottish Rail Holdings and Caledonian Sleeper, will oversee the development of a high-level feasibility study exploring the technical and commercial opportunities and challenges associated with extending sleeper rail services to the continent. Plans are being progressed as part of the Scottish Government’s manifesto commitment to commission a feasibility study into options for a Caledonian Sleeper service to Europe. The working group is expected to report its findings to ministers later this year. Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Tourism and Transport, Stephen Flynn said: "We committed to exploring the potential for a direct Caledonian Sleeper service to mainland Europe and I am pleased that this work is now underway. "The establishment of this working group marks an important first step in delivering that commitment and will help ensure the feasibility study is informed by the expertise of our rail partners. Article continues below"This is an early-stage exercise and the study will focus on understanding the practical, technical and commercial considerations involved. The findings will provide an evidence base to inform any future decisions. "Choose Aberdeen Live as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value. Caledonian SleeperTravelAberdeen Railway Station