Can you drink on a ScotRail train?

No alcohol can be drunk at any station in Scotland or on board any ScotRail train at any time of day. You cannot carry visible alcohol – open or unopened. Alcohol can be carried in a bag where it cannot be seen. You will not be able to use our services if you are deemed unfit to do so.



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You may bring aboard your own private stock of alcoholic beverages subject to the following limitations: You may consume private stock alcoholic beverages only in Sleeping Car accommodations for which you have a valid ticket. You may not consume private stock alcoholic beverages in any public areas.

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The ban on drinking alcohol in Scottish train stations and on rail services came into effect in November 2020. Visibly carrying alcohol, whether open or not, was also banned.

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You may bring your own food and beverages onboard for consumption at your seat or private Sleeping Car accommodations. However, you can only consume food and beverages purchased in Dining and Lounge Cars in those cars. Personal food and beverages are allowed in the upper level of Superliner Sightseer Lounges.

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There are rail services in the UK (often longer distance routes) where buying or drinking alcohol are allowed. However, operators can decide to run 'dry' trains where you can't consume or carry alcohol on board - for example trains going to football matches or other sporting events.

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Whether you're travelling for work or leisure, a seat in First Class gives you quieter surroundings, a comfier seat and more space to get on with your day. You also get more window space – perfect for enjoying the fantastic views that accompany journeys in Scotland.

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You can pay for your ticket with cash or by debit or credit card at any of our 143 staffed station ticket offices. We aim to serve customers within five minutes at peak times, and three minutes at off-peak times, so give yourself enough time to buy a ticket.

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