Saved from the torches of the breaker's yard Thirty years of service under African guard Restored and oiled for one last ride Six thousand miles to take in its stride
This is the train from Bloemfontein Mighty workhorse of the African plain This is the train from Bloemfontein Off to Scotland, home again
Into the valley of a thousand peaks Twisting and turning, the mountain class creaks Icy wind bites, but no blazing coal This arduous journey is taking its toll
Forty days and nights in the open sea Out on a passage, spanning oceans, three Stormy waters brew around the treacherous cape Will the precious cargo safely escape?
For old time's sake, a final parade Under shadows of spires, and collonades Conquered the ocean and the open road It's the end of the line for this majestic load