Scotrail has said it will be providing more seats than ever before for a 6 Nations game – and will have 50 extra staff on the ground to assist customers.
But it advised that services will still be busy – particularly if most spectators head for Haymarket immediately after the final whistle.
ScotRail also highlighted that Network Rail engineering works are taking place that day. Customers travelling to the capital from Stirling, Dunblane will travel by bus to Falkirk Grahamston to connect with train services. And the reverse will apply for the return journey. Customers from Perth can choose whether to catch trains via Fife or use the bus connection service.
Queuing systems will be in place at Glasgow Queen Street before the game, and at Haymarket after, to help safely guide customers to next available trains.
ScotRail urged fans to help their journeys run smoothly by:
– Buying tickets in advance
– Allowing extra time for travel
– Noting that drinking or carrying alcohol is banned on rugby trains, to help everyone safely enjoy the day.
It also asked fans to consider postponing their journeys home – with post-match entertainment available at Murrayfield stadium.
ScotRail has worked with partners including the Scottish Rugby Union, City of Edinburgh Council and police to help fans enjoy the day.
A ScotRail spokeswoman said: “We are pleased to be able to provide so many extra seats while also meeting demand in other areas of the rail network.
“Fans can play their part by buying tickets in advance and, if they are able to travel home an hour or so later, they will have more chance of getting a seat too.”
Customers are reminded that there are three routes from Glasgow to Edinburgh – two out of Queen Street High and Low Levels, and one from Glasgow Central.
The spokeswoman added, “We will aim to keep some room on trains from Glasgow Queen Street so that more customers can board on route. People who live in the Falkirk area are recommended to use Falkirk Grahamston instead of Falkirk High”.
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