Kyle of Lochalsh line | |||
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Overview | |||
Status | Operational | ||
Owner | Network Rail | ||
Locale | Highland, Scotland | ||
Termini | |||
Stations | 13 | ||
Service | |||
System | National Rail | ||
Operator(s) | ScotRail | ||
Rolling stock | Class 158 | ||
Technical | |||
Line length | 63 mi 64 ch (102.7 km) | ||
Number of tracks | Single-track with passing loops | ||
Character | Rural | ||
Track gauge | Standard gauge 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) | ||
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The Kyle of Lochalsh line is a primarily single-track railway line in the Scottish Highlands, from Dingwall to Kyle of Lochalsh. Many of the passengers are tourists, but there are also locals visiting Inverness for shopping, and commuters. All services are provided by ScotRail and run beyond Dingwall to Inverness. In the past there were some through services to and from Glasgow, Edinburgh or Aberdeen.[1] None of the 63-mile line is electrified, and all trains on the line are diesel-powered, as are all other trains in the Scottish Highlands.