Great Western Railway
​(GWR)

Fastest train speed
125 mph

Up to 10 daily departures
​for popular train routes

2 travel classes
first class & economy class

Founded in 1996, Great Western Railway (GWR) is a train operating company owned by FirstGroup. Today it manages 197 rail stations and operates long-distance service along the Great Western Main Line to/from the West of England and South Wales. Also, it offers high-speed trains with spectacular views on most of the routes.

GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
​ Routes & map

Learn more about Great Western Railway operator, find the main British destinations, map, and F.A.Q.

Route	Departure station	Arrival station
​London - Oxford	​Paddington	​Oxford Station
​Oxford - London	​Oxford Station	​Paddington
​London - Bath	​Paddington	​Bath Spa Station
​Bath - London	​Bath Spa Station	​Paddington
​London - Bristol	​Paddington	Bristol Temple Meads
​Bristol - London​	Bristol Temple Meads	​Paddington
​London - Cardiff	​Paddington	Cardiff Central
​Cardiff - London	Cardiff Central	​Paddington

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train services

Free Wi-Fi

Sockets at Every Seat

Available Food & Drink

Free Reservation for Bike Space

DO GWR TRAINS HAVE TOILETS?

Yes, all Great Western Railway trains have toilets with larger baby changing facilities.

​CAN YOU VAPE ON GWR TRAINS?

Unfortunately, no smoking or vaping is allowed on GWR trains, stations, and platforms.

​WHAT IS INCLUDED IN GWR FIRST CLASS?

In GWR first-class carriages, you will find spacious seats with tables and more extensive legroom. Also, all seats are equipped with USB sockets. Plus, there will be a complimentary snack box and hot & cold drinks served at your seat.

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