Region / Service | Phone Number | Notes |
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Headquarters (London, UK) | +44 345 700 0125 | Main corporate and customer contact |
Customer Support (General) | +44 345 700 0125 | Passenger information helpline |
Assisted Travel (Reduced Mobility) | +44 800 197 1329 | Dedicated helpline for disabled passengers |
Group Travel Bookings | +44 345 700 0125 | Support for group reservations |
Lost Property | +44 345 700 0125 | Help with lost & found items |
Great Western Railway (GWR) is a British train operating company providing passenger rail services across the West of England, South Wales, and parts of Southern England. Founded in 1996 (as First Great Western, later rebranded to GWR in 2015), the company operates intercity, regional, and commuter trains, connecting London Paddington to destinations such as Bristol, Exeter, Cardiff, Plymouth, and Penzance. GWR is known for its Intercity Express Trains (IETs) and extensive regional services.
High-Speed Services – IET trains on the Great Western Main Line.
Major Destinations – London Paddington, Oxford, Bristol, Exeter, Cardiff, Plymouth, and Cornwall.
Diverse Fleet – Intercity Express Trains, regional trains, and commuter services.
Digital Ticketing – Online, app, and smartcard-based booking.
Onboard Amenities – Free Wi-Fi, catering, power sockets, and quiet coaches.
Accessibility – Assistance services for passengers with reduced mobility.
Sustainability – Bi-mode IET trains for greener travel.