Bristol Pullman (train)

The Bristol Pullman was a named passenger train operating in the United Kingdom.[1]

Bristol Pullman

The last down Bristol Pullman arriving at Bristol Temple Meads on 5 May 1973
Overview
Service type	Passenger train
First service	12 September 1960
Last service	5 May 1973
Former operator(s)	British Railways
Route
Start	London Paddington
End	Bristol Temple Meads
Service frequency	Twice Daily
Line(s) used	Great Western Main Line
Technical
Rolling stock	British Rail Classes 251 and 261
Track gauge	4 ft 8 ^1⁄2 in (1,435 mm)
Operating speed	110 miles per hour (180 km/h)

History

The Bristol Pullman was introduced by British Railways on 12 September 1960.[2] After departing Bristol Temple Meads, it called at Bath at 8.00am, and arrived at Paddington by 9.30am. It was operated by British Rail Classes 251 and 261 with two services per day from Bristol Temple Meads, calling at Bath and arriving at London Paddington.

The last service was on 5 May 1973.

References

1. Allen, G. Freeman (December 1959). "Talking of trains: The 'Midland Pullman'". Trains Illustrated. Hampton Court: Ian Allan. p. 574 ff.
2. "The Divine Dormitory". The Tatler. England. 15 March 1961. Retrieved 16 December 2017 – via British Newspaper Archive.