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Online Viewers Baffled by £268 Solo Cabin Fare on GWR Night Riviera Sleeper

His Instagram reel reached roughly one million views, prompting questions over whether a £119 ticket plus £149 cabin justifies an eight-hour overnight train journey.

Overview

  • George Kimm documented the London Paddington to Penzance sleeper in a “very cosy” solo cabin featuring a bed, a table that doubles as a sink, a wardrobe and under-bed storage.
  • He credited the train’s gentle motion for a peaceful night’s sleep and enjoyed the included breakfast of tea and a sausage bap while watching the countryside.
  • Kimm revealed in his reel that he paid £119 for the ticket and an additional £149 for the private cabin.
  • The post has drawn about one million views, thousands of likes and over 400 comments, with many users calling the £268 cost “insane” or “criminal” and comparing it to cheaper travel options.
  • Published service information notes that GWR also offers standard airline-style seats at no extra charge and single cabins starting from £49.