I Tried The First Class Sleeper Train From London to Cornwall

Name: I Tried The First Class Sleeper Train From London to Cornwall
Uploaded: 2026-03-08T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 14 min 51 s
Channel: Charles On Travels

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👁️ 7K views📅 3 months ago⏱️ 14:51

Cunard Line

Queen Victoria

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I paid £165 for this. So again, comparing to the Caledonian, I know I keep banging on about it, but it's much cheaper than that.

I do think the Night Riviera just edges it.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Bring your own earplugs and eye mask for the sleeper train.

✓If traveling with someone else, get joining rooms for more space.

✓Book a shower in advance at the lounge for the morning.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Narrow bed and risk of falling out — The bed is narrow but comfortable; be cautious when getting in.

Lack of toilet in the cabin — You'll need to go to the toilet down the hall, which can be a hassle at night.

Limited space if sharing a cabin — If traveling with someone else, get joining rooms for more space.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Night Riviera sleeper train worth the cost?

QHow does it compare to Great Western Railway's daytime first class train?

QHow does it compare to the UK's other sleeper train, the Caledonian Sleeper?

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YouTube Video Description↓

Is this the best first class sleeper train in the UK? Tonight I’m taking GWR’s Night Riviera from London to Penzance. Is the sleeper train worth the cost? How does it compare to Great Western Railway’s daytime first class train which I’ll also be trying out? And how does it compare to the UK’s other sleeper train, the Caledonian Sleeper? I’ll give a full review of the Night Riviera experience including the lounge, the private sleeper room, and the first class dining. Then, the next day, I’ll travel by day train back from Penzance to London Paddington in GWR First Class to see which is the best option. 🎥 Join my Patreon for access to my WhatsApp group, early access to videos, bonus content, and more: https://patreon.com/CharlesOnTravels 📸 Follow my travels in real time on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlesontravels 📧 For business enquiries, contact: charlesontravelsenquiries@gmail.com 🎥Want to make your own videos? Shop my equipment (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/49d0qgk 📶 Get 5% off eSIMs from Holafly using my link and promo code “CHARLESONTRAVELS”: https://holafly.sjv.io/2ao0oO 00:00 GWR First Class Lounge London Paddington 01:58 Night Riviera Sleeper Room Tour 05:20 Sleeping on the Night Riviera 06:43 Night Riviera Breakfast and Bed Review 09:51 Arrival into Penzance 10:32 GWR Lounge Penzance 11:07 GWR First Class Review 13:34 Night Riviera vs GWR First Class