‘Polar express’: passengers hit out over cold conditions on Scottish train line

West Highland service regulars say they have to wear heavy coats, gloves, hats and scarves to stay warm

A train that runs through some of Scotland’s most celebrated Highland scenery has been labelled the “polar express” because it is so cold onboard that travellers bring extra clothing for the journey.

Passengers who use the West Highland line service between Oban and Glasgow believe temperatures in its carriages regularly plunge below zero, forcing regular users to bring extra insulated coats, gloves, furry hats and scarves.