Scotland Station code CAG
Carrbridge
Carrbridge guide: the Highlands' oldest stone bridge and Landmark Forest Adventure Park, 5 miles north of Aviemore.
- Journey time: see below
- 1 LNER route
- 2 things to do
The old bridge over the River Dulnain that gave Carrbridge its namePhoto: Simaron, CC BY-SA 2.0
About Carrbridge
Carrbridge is a village on the River Dulnain, five miles north of Aviemore, and the last stop before Inverness on the Highland Main Line. Its name comes from the arched stone bridge over the river, described as the oldest stone bridge in the Highlands.
In the pine forest beside the village, Landmark Forest Adventure Park has more than 20 attractions, from treetop nets to wild water coasters, making Carrbridge a useful family stop between Aviemore and Inverness.
Journey
CAG- Fastest from London King's Cross
- See note below
- LNER routes calling
- 1
| Route | Previous stop | Next stop |
|---|---|---|
| London – Inverness stop 23 of 24 | Aviemore | Inverness |
May–December 2026 timetable · not every train calls at every station
The only LNER call is the southbound Highland Chieftain on Sundays, leaving at 10.11 and reaching King's Cross at 18.01 (May–December 2026 timetable). From London, take the Highland Chieftain to Aviemore and change to a ScotRail train.
Journey times are from LNER's May–December 2026 timetable and vary by train. Check yours with LNER timetables or the National Rail journey planner.
Key facts
- Opened
- 8 July 1892 (as Carr Bridge)
- Heritage status
- Category B listed
- Platforms
- 2
- Managed by
- ScotRail
- Passengers a year
- 7,000 (April 2024 – March 2025) Source: orr.gov.uk (opens in a new tab)
Did you know?
- Historic Environment Scotland describes the building as the largest of the timber-clad stations the Highland Railway built in the 1890s for its direct line to Inverness, and one of only a few still in railway use when it was assessed in 2013.
- For five years Carrbridge was the end of the line: trains ran on to Daviot from 1897, and the route through to Inverness opened on 1 November 1898.
- The glazed extension on one gable was added around 1950 by British Railways to house signalling instruments.
Photos of Carrbridge
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The old bridge over the River Dulnain that gave Carrbridge its name Photo: Simaron, CC BY-SA 2.0 -
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Carrbridge's timber station building, built by the Highland Railway in 1892 Photo: Bill Harrison, CC BY-SA 2.0 -
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Flower-decked platform awning at Carrbridge Photo: Chris Morgan, CC BY-SA 2.0
Arriving at Carrbridge
Carrbridge is unstaffed, with no ticket office or machine, so buy tickets before you travel or on the train. Platform 2, beside the timber station building, has level access; platform 1 is reached only by the footbridge. Southbound trains, including the Sunday Highland Chieftain, normally use platform 2. From the station it is a little over half a mile, as the crow flies, to the old packhorse bridge in the village centre and to Landmark Forest Adventure Park; there is no taxi rank.
Carrbridge station is on the edge of the village, on the Aviemore–Inverness section of the Highland Main Line. It is unstaffed, with no ticket facilities; the village's old bridge and Landmark Forest Adventure Park are each a little over half a mile away.
Getting around
Landmark Forest Adventure Park is in Carrbridge itself, just off the A9; for anything further afield, a taxi from Aviemore or Inverness is the practical option.
Other train services and connections
- ScotRail: Highland Main Line trains to Inverness and to Perth, mostly continuing to Glasgow with one to Edinburgh
- Caledonian Sleeper: northbound only, weekdays
Station facilities
- Step-free accessLevel access to platform 2 only; platform 1 by footbridge with stairs (category B3)
- StaffUnstaffed
- Ticket officeNone – buy in advance or on the train
- Ticket machinesNone
- ToiletsNone
- ShelterWaiting shelter on platform 1; shelter at the station building on platform 2
- Car parking6 spaces, including 1 accessible bay
- Cycle storage10 stands
- TaxisNo taxi rank
- Help pointsOn platform 2
Checked September 2026. Facilities and opening hours change — see the National Rail Enquiries station page (opens in a new tab) for the latest details.
History of the station
The Highland Railway opened Carrbridge on 8 July 1892, when the first section of its direct line from Aviemore to Inverness was completed; the name was spelt Carr Bridge until 1983. The line was extended to Daviot in 1897 and reached Inverness on 1 November 1898, and the station was built with a passing loop on the otherwise single track, a signal box with automatic token-exchange apparatus and sidings on the north side.
The line here has had two notable accidents. On 18 June 1914 a cloudburst undermined the railway bridge over the Baddengorm Burn north of the station just as the 11.50 from Perth crossed it; one carriage fell into the torrent and five passengers drowned. On 4 January 2010 a freight train derailed at the trap points at the north end of the station after snow and ice interfered with its brakes. Today volunteers tend the flowers on the platforms under an adopt-a-station scheme.
Half a day in Carrbridge
An old bridge, a forest adventure park and a Highland inn, all within walking distance.
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Morning
The old bridge
Walk into the village to see the arched stone bridge over the River Dulnain that gave Carrbridge its name.
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Late morning
Landmark
Spend a few hours at Landmark Forest Adventure Park in the pinewoods beside the village (summer season to 25 October in 2026).
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Lunch
A Highland inn
Finish at the Carrbridge Hotel on Main Street, an inn since 1803, before walking back to the station.
Things to do near Carrbridge
Carrbridge old bridge
The arched stone bridge over the River Dulnain that gave the village its name is described as the oldest stone bridge in the Highlands.
Landmark Forest Adventure Park
An adventure park in the forest with 22 attractions including treetop nets, Dinosaur Kingdom, wild water coasters and climbing challenges. Its summer season runs from 27 March to 25 October in 2026.
Distances are approximate. Opening times and prices change — check the official website before you go.
Eat & drink near the station
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Restaurant
Carrbridge Hotel
Established as an inn in 1803 and run by the Watt family for four decades, with a log-fire Grill Room, malt whiskies and real ales.
Day trips from Carrbridge
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Aviemore
The Cairngorms resort, with the Strathspey steam railway and Rothiemurchus forest.
ScotRail trains take about 8 minutes.
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Inverness
The Highland capital, with its castle, museum and riverside walks.
ScotRail trains take about 35 minutes.
Annual events
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Early October (3 October 2026)
Golden Spurtle World Porridge Making Championship
A porridge-making cook-off in the village hall, first held in 1994, that draws competitors from around the world.
Official website for Golden Spurtle World Porridge Making Championship (opens in a new tab)
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A Saturday in early September (next: 4 September 2027)
Carve Carrbridge
The Scottish Open Chainsaw Carving Competition, held on the village sports field.
Dates change from year to year — check the official website before you plan a trip around an event.
Where to stay in Carrbridge
A few hotels, guest houses and lodges in the village, with far more choice in Aviemore.
Tips for your visit
- LNER calls here only with the southbound Highland Chieftain on Sundays (May–December 2026 timetable). There is no direct northbound LNER stop: from London, take the Highland Chieftain to Aviemore and change to a ScotRail train.
- Book Landmark tickets online the day before for a discount on the gate price, according to the park.
Questions about Carrbridge station
When does LNER stop at Carrbridge?
Only on Sundays, with the southbound Highland Chieftain, which leaves at 10.11 and reaches King's Cross at 18.01 (May–December 2026 timetable). From London, travel to Aviemore and change to a ScotRail train.
Can I buy a ticket at the station?
No. Carrbridge is unstaffed, with no ticket office or machine, so buy in advance or from the conductor.
Is Carrbridge station step-free?
Only platform 2, beside the station building, has level access; platform 1 is reached by a footbridge with stairs.
How far is the village centre?
The old packhorse bridge and Landmark Forest Adventure Park are each a little over half a mile from the station as the crow flies; the Carrbridge Hotel puts the walk from the station at fifteen minutes.
Are there toilets or taxis at the station?
No – there are no toilets and no taxi rank, just a small car park with six spaces, cycle stands and a help point.
Sources we checked (September 2026)
We researched this page using the sources below. They are listed for transparency and are not links; always check official websites for the latest details.
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- lner.co.uk/travel-information/timetables/
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carrbridge_railway_station
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carrbridge
- landmarkpark.co.uk/
- nationalrail.co.uk/stations/cag/
- dataportal.orr.gov.uk/statistics/usage/estimates-of-station-usage/
- portal.historicenvironment.scot/designation/LB6636
- carrbridgehotel.com/
- carrbridgehotel.com/contact-2/
- goldenspurtle.com/
- goldenspurtle.com/history/
- carvecarrbridge.com/
- opentraintimes.com/schedule/L87271/2026-09-29
- opentraintimes.com/schedule/L88094/2026-09-29
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