The Southeastern High Speed route is a popular add-on featured in multiple entries of the Train Sim World series, including the most recent Train Sim World 5. It uniquely combines Britain’s only high-speed railway (HS1) with traditional commuter lines in London and Kent, offering a diverse set of rail operations.
Route Details
The current, extended version of the route spans 89 miles (143 km):
- High Speed One (HS1): A thrilling 140 mph (225 km/h) section using overhead electrification and advanced TVM in-cab signalling, connecting London St Pancras International to Ashford International via Stratford International and Ebbsfleet International.
- Conventional Lines: Classic third-rail electrified lines run through the Medway towns and North Kent, linking to the high-speed section and serving destinations like Dartford and Faversham.
Included Trains
The add-on typically includes a variety of authentic rolling stock for different services:
- BR Class 395 EMU “Javelin”: Britain’s fastest domestic train, in Southeastern Highspeed livery, for high-speed runs on HS1.
- BR Class 375/9 EMU: A modern commuter train operating main-line services.
- BR Class 465/9 EMU “Networker”: An older commuter EMU used for metro-style services.
- BR Class 66 Diesel Locomotive: A common freight locomotive utilized for engineering and aggregate trains from the Hoo Junction area.
Availability
The Southeastern High Speed add-on can be purchased as standalone content for PC (via Steam and the Epic Games Store), PlayStation, and Xbox. It’s also often part of various game bundles and expansions. Content is “TSW Compatible,” meaning features from older versions of the game (TSW2, TSW3, TSW4) carry forward into newer ones like TSW5.
