Train fares to rise yet again

Responding to the news that ScotRail will hike train fares by 3.8% from April 2025, with the cost of a return ticket between Glasgow and Edinburgh set to rise to £32.60, Scottish Liberal Democrat transport spokesperson Daniel O’Malley said:

“For almost three years, SNP ministers have been responsible for the trains. In that time, they have clobbered passengers with growing costs and endless disruption. No wonder people feel they'd be better off driving.

“Scotland needs a cheap, reliable and frequent rail service- it’s a win-win for passengers and the planet.

“My party will keep pressing the Scottish Government to explore new lines in areas with poor transport links. We’ve already persuaded them to look a lot more closely at a new train station for Newburgh in Fife.  

“Scottish Liberal Democrats would also create new options for two/ three-day-a-week season tickets, keeping costs down for passengers and giving them flexibility."