With savings of up to 50% on selected Standard and First Class tickets, customers can enjoy cheaper journeys between Friday 6 November and Thursday 17 December 2026 – whether it’s a festive day out, a shopping trip or a chance to catch up with friends and family.
Travellers can snap up Standard Advance single fares from Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington for just £22, or enjoy First Class travel on the same route for £44. Fares from Cheltenham Spa to London Paddington start at £20 in Standard, while journeys from Exeter St Davids to the capital are available from £32.
From seasonal celebrations to winter city breaks, the GWR network connects customers to destinations across the South West, the Cotswolds, the Thames Valley and South Wales.
GWR Head of Marketing, Helen da Costa, said:
“Black Friday is a great opportunity to grab a bargain and give yourself something exciting to look forward to before Christmas.
“Whether you’re planning a festive day out, visiting friends and family or simply fancy a change of scenery, our sale offers savings of up to 50% on selected Standard and First-Class Advance tickets.
“With 60,000 discounted tickets available, there are plenty of opportunities to make plans without spending a fortune. But be quick – the sale ends on Monday 2 November.”
Book your ticket at gwr.com/blackfriday or through the GWR app by Monday 2 November 2026. Tickets are limited and available on selected routes and services, so customers are encouraged to book early.
Source: Great Western Railway
