How early can I board the Caledonian Sleeper in Glasgow?
Trains to Edinburgh and Glasgow are available to board up to 1 hour and 40 minutes before departure. On longer routes to Fort William, Inverness and Aberdeen, you can expect to board 45 minutes before departure.
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What is this? The Highland Sleeper leaves London Euston at 9.15pm (8.59pm on Sundays), though you can start boarding around 45 minutes before departure – and Club/Caledonian Double passengers can also use Euston's Avanti First Class lounge for up to two hours before then.
We were surprised to know that we could board the Caledonian Sleeper quite early before our train departed. Take advantage of this, as the train ride isn't very long. Trains to Edinburgh and Glasgow are available to board up to 1 hour and 40 minutes before departure.
Relax and enjoy a good night's sleep as we whisk you 444 miles from city to city. Our trains departing from Inverness are ready to board from 2000 Mon-Fri and 1945 on Sunday.
Is the Caledonian Sleeper Expensive. The Caledonian Sleeper is an expensive train to ride, and the high cost is justified by luxury feel and updated train cars. While more expensive than other sleepers in Europe and the USA, it is the most updated experience you can get on a train and is worth the price.
Luggage / StorageThere is space under the bed for your suitcases. Please do not put your luggage in the en-suite in Club and Caledonian Double rooms because if it falls it can block the door from opening.
Our reclining seats will help you drift off and ensure you wake up relaxed and ready to take on the day ahead. Economical and stylish, our comfort seats offer a truly relaxing way to travel between London and Scotland.
The Caledonian Sleeper has been set by a catalogue of problems since its new fleet came into service last April on the Edinburgh and Glasgow-London Lowlander routes. They include damaged pipework affecting the new showers, technical glitches locking toilets out of use, poor room cleaning, staff shortages and strikes.
Showers are available for Caledonian Sleeper passengers in the first-class lounge. Guests staying in accessible rooms can use the accessible shower facilities at London Euston free of charge.
Northbound, the Caledonian Sleeper leaves London Euston in the evening before splitting into three at Edinburgh Waverley in the early hours of the morning. The three sections arrive at Aberdeen, Inverness and Fort William.
All aboard the Royal Scotsman luxury sleeper trainBoth leisurely and luxurious, the Royal Scotsman is easily one of the world's most luxurious trains, boasting mahogany-clad cars married with Edwardian elegance that look like they were lifted from a country house.
Caledonian Double — Liam SpencerOn the downside, the noise and rattling of the train made it very difficult for Spencer to sleep, despite the comfy bed. There was also no hot meal available for dinner. The communal dining area was closed so there wasn't much opportunity to walk around the train.
Other features include hotel-style keycard entry system, charging panels and WiFi throughout the train. Food and drink is available from our Club Car. Priority is given to guests travelling with Caledonian Double, Club or Flexipass tickets.
Do the windows open on the Caledonian sleeper? The blinds open (and close), but the windows themselves do not open. Seat 61 provides a great video tour of the cabin. This is the best way to see what you will get in advance.
Sharing & single-genderBerths are sold individually, so one ticket = 1 person = 1 bed. I'll spell it out for you: If you book one ticket for a 2 or 3 bed sleeper, you get one bed and the other beds in the compartment will be sold to other passengers of the same gender.
With these tickets or passes you can travel in Caledonian Sleeper seated accommodation if you make a reservation through our Guest Service Centre. If you wish to travel in a room you will need to purchase a Room Supplement.
Room Types and RatesCaledonian Double – en-suite room with double bed and breakfast included. Club Room – twin bunk or single bed options with en-suite toilet and shower. Classic Room – twin bunk or single bed options. Comfort Seats – comfortable reclining seats equipped with charging points and lockable storage.