Railway line names

A (one day) comprehensive listing

Last update 4th June 2008

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Phil Deaves, Swindon, Wiltshire

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This page intends to draw together the multitude of line names used for marketing purposes by the train operating companies.  Most (though not all) named lines will tend to be rural and/or relatively lightly used routes, or used for local journeys rather than as part of a much longer journey.  Obvious names defined by places at each end (e.g. Settle & Carlisle Line) or by the terminus (e.g. Severn Beach Line) do not need a 'translation', and are not included here.  Traditional line names are beyond the scope of this page, though may be added in future, unless they are used for marketing purposes.  Many cases are subjective (particularly examples such as "Northampton Line"), so certain favourites may not appear here, or some lines may be included that perhaps ought not.

I am always grateful for additional information, whether entirely new records (particularly historical records), or information to fill in gaps or correct errors, via the email address above.  Thank you.

With thanks to...

Danny Scroggins and Phil Mackie for additional data.