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Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains

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Paul’s fascination with trains stems from his childhood. His father was a driver on the London Underground and when, as a young boy, Paul witnessed his dad driving a train across Putney Bridge, it sparked a lifelong fascination of railways. Now, he is following in his father’s footsteps by joining the drivers upfront and in control of some of the world’s most amazing trains and experiencing the best views as he travels through breathtaking landscapes in the UK and Europe. From steep gradients and tight curves to pinpoint platform stops, Paul will learn what it takes to keep these mighty machines on track. Visiting Germany, France, Switzerland, Wales, Northern England and Isle of Wight, he’ll meet the people who keep the railways running - from engineers and conductors to passengers with fascinating stories of their own.

Created byQuentin Clarke

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Status
Returning Series
Language
EN
First aired
April 9, 2026
Last aired
May 14, 2026
Seasons
1
Episodes
6
Network
Channel 4

Season 1

Episodes

No episodes found for this season.

Featuring

Cast & crew

1 credited
Starring
Paul Merton

Paul Merton

Self - Presenter

Creative team
Created by
Quentin Clarke
Showrunner
Tom Porter
Produced by
Ed Booth

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