We rode the Jacobite Steam Train in April, 2022. It was on my list of favorite destinations and even though it rained that day, it was still the best experiences of my life. Just to ride in the same train from the Harry Potter movies made it one of the most memorable events of our trip to Scotland. I hope to do it again someday!

The Jacobite Steam Train is a must do when visiting Scottland. This may be the best way to visit the highlands. The trip is amazing and the scenery is jaw dropping. For Harry Potter fans, you can't miss it. Couple of tips: 1. Make your reservation the November before you plan on going. Seats go fast. 2. When you stop for lunch at Malig, get to a restaurant quickly. The first sitting will fill up with your fellow passengers really fast.

We hadn't previously booked online as we didn't know exactly when we would be in Fort William so was pleasantly surprised whence we found out you can line up early the day you want to travel and buy a ticket from the platform. There was a lot of people lining up to purchase tickets for the day and we all got on - left us a bit curious as to why you can't book a ticket online with so many seats available, though I suppose its because they are not the 'posh' seats with lunches served etc ...but the views out the window are the same for everyone ;). Once you have your ticket, you can go for some breakfast over at Morrissons right next to the train station. We paid to park our car in the train station car park about 4 pounds for the day but a lot of people just park in the Morrisons supermarket carpark. The trip itself very scenic and the commentary advises when 'landmarks' and photo opportunities are coming up. Not a massive amount of things to do at the other end in Mallaig....have a walk, have some lunch (the restaurants fill up fast), buy an ice-cream and enjoy the little harbour area. That was mainly due to us purchasing a ticket and travelling the same day - there were tours etc available that you could take and they would have you back in time to get the train back. We were just happy to have travelled the route, meet some fellow tourists and a take nice walk about the little shops and harbour in Mallaig.

Went on this from Edinburgh by coach. Great day out, weather was surprisingly good and driver/tour guide Connor was fantastic. Friendly, informative and very funny. Recommended if you want to get a view of the Highlands and some history condensed into a single day

We done this on our silver wedding anniversary. We decided to recreate the places we visited on our honeymoon 25 years ago, but back then we didn't have much money and couldn't afford the added expense of a railway journey. My husband has always wanted to go on the steam train from Fort William to Mallaig so I booked it as a surprise for him for on the day we got married. It didn't disappoint. We had champagne and chocolates and Ben Nevis whiskey pack. The weather was glorious and the views were outstanding. At the time I wanted to book first class but they were all sold out, but to be honest the other carriages are ok. You sit on one side going out and the opposite on the way back so you get to see the views on both sides. We stopped over the viaduct so you are able to get photographs. Then we stopped and got off at Glenfinnan Station for around 20 minutes. Then back onto Mallaig where you spend 2 hours. All in all the day is about 6 hours all together so we'll worth the price I thought. It was a fantastic memory for us. Here's to the next 25. Hope to come back and do it again.

As Harry Potter fans, this was a must-take attraction when planning our Scotland trip. Our travel planner got us two 2-way first-class coach tickets with high tea. Based in Inverness, we took a private transfer to Fort William where we embarked the train. Besides the thrill of being on a steam train, the highlight of course is crossing over the Glenfinnan Viaduct as seen in all 8 HP films and which the train driver will kindly announced as we approached it. (Do find a nice spot without windows to film it if you can). There is a 1.5 hr stopover in port town Mallig which is basically time enough for a quick lunch and to browse a few shops. High tea (ala a picnic box with tea/coffee) is served in a different coach on the return leg, and again you will be notified when the train approaches the Viaduct. Train journey is roughly 2 hours each leg and it's a cool way to see the Scottish countryside. Extra thrilling if you are a HP fan!

One of our favourite experiences in Scotland. I am so glad we booked well ahead in First Class seats with champagne, it was such a special once in lifetime experience! Truly special and the visit to Mallaig also lovely. Highly recommend fish and chips from a local pub there!

Always loved steam and Harry Potter so I booked this for my birthday and it was brilliant! The staff were all very helpful and knowledgeable. The scenery was so beautiful and its lovely they flip your seat so you can see both sides on your journey. Really loved it. After seeing all the Instagram reels and spots on TV, to actually experience this spectacular journey for myself was a dream come true.

Brilliant journey through wonderful countryside. Thoroughly enjoyed the day. Hard to beat a steam hauled train on such a scenic line. Had all one should expect including some soot and smoke. Must go again some time while such a journey is possible. This is so much better than a trip on a heritage line with much faster speed. A real working railway for a day. In Mallaig we had lunch and visited an excellent second hand book shop.

My daughters and I thoroughly enjoyed our Easter Sunday train ride! The train was clean, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. It was amazing to see all the people who line the route. We enjoyed our time visiting the town and seeing the Harry Potter merchindise. The tea service was an extra plus of the trip.