The train route includes the Midland Main Line and lines rarely used by passenger trains.
The train will be hauled by a steam locomotive for the journey to York. This reminder of the great days of steam train travel is an experience not to be missed.
The Rain departs London Victoria Railway Station at around 06:35
hauled by steam locomotive No. 60103 “Flying Scotsman”.
The Train will stop at St. Albans, Luton, Bedford and Kettering, to pick up further passengers.
pass through Corby Station, opened in 2009 to replace the original which was closed in 1966.
cross the famous Harringworth Viaduct, the longest masonry viaduct in Britain.
The train will through Rutlands county town of Oakham.
Stopping at Melton Mowbray before heading to York.
The train leaves York at around 17:10 and returns to London Victoria hauled by a diesel locomotive.
Train Timings
Approximate timings shown
Station Outward Return
London Victoria 06:35 22:45
St Albans 08:05 21:45
Luton 08:20 21:30
Bedford 08:50 21:05
Kettering 09:40 20:30
Melton Mowbray 10:45 19:50
York 14:00 17:10
Train Fares
Fares Adult Junior Family
Premier £225 £141 £591
First £155 £76 £386
Standard £105 £52 £262
Premier Dining includes full English breakfast and a four course dinner silver served at your seat.
First Class includes morning coffee with a Danish pastry and afternoon tea with scones, jam and cream, along with a selection of finger sandwiches.
Standard Class includes a reserved seat at a table for four.
A buffet car is available and serves tea, coffee, snacks and light refreshments. Tables for two can be guaranteed in First Class and Premier Dining for a supplement of £22 per person
