The Flying Scotsman: London to Edinburgh Drivers Eye View

This two-part Driver’s eye view captures one of Britain’s most famous express services, The Flying Scotsman, completing the 393-mile journey from London King’s Cross to Edinburgh in just over four hours—averaging 94.3 mph.

Part one begins with departure from King’s Cross, passing through the station’s tunnels and the notorious Welwyn bottleneck, where the East Coast Main Line narrows to just two tracks. The journey continues over the Newark flat crossing, the last of its kind in the UK, before reaching the Selby new line. A highlight is Stoke Bank, where the A4 class locomotive Mallard set the world speed record for steam traction. The segment also includes a visit inside the Mallard preserved at the National Railway Museum in York.

Part two follows the route from York to Edinburgh, calling only at Newcastle. Key features include the Darlington Bank Top avoiding line, the approach to Newcastle with a crossing of the iconic River Tyne, and the challenging curve at Morpeth. Further highlights are the Royal Border Bridge at Berwick, the scenic Northumberland coast, and the final approach into Edinburgh Waverley, showcasing some of the most dramatic and historic sections of the East Coast Main Line.

This production combines operational insight, historical context, and spectacular lineside views, offering a complete experience of a legendary British express.