11,000 extra train seats for final fans

AN EXTRA 11,000 seats will be laid on by ScotRail to transport fans from Edinburgh to the Hibs v Hearts Scottish Cup Final at Hampden Park in Glasgow on 19 May.

Additional carriages will be added to more than 50 trains on three routes between the two cities. Queuing systems will operate at Waverley and Haymarket stations, directing fans onto the next Glasgow-bound train,

Longer trains will also operate between Glasgow Central and Mount Florida (for Hearts fans) and King’s Park (for Hibs fans).

ScotRail managing director, Steve Montgomery, said: “We are ready to welcome thousands of extra passengers on board.

“Our plans ensure we will accommodate as many fans as possible. We want them to have a great day out at Hampden.”