Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains(2026)
Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains Synopsis
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.
Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains (2026) is a documentary series that premiered on April 9, 2026, spanning 1 season and 6 episodes. It stars Paul Merton.
- First aired:
- 2026-04-09
- Last aired:
- 2026-05-14
- Producers:
- Tom Porter
Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Executive produced by Tom Porter.
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Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains – Frequently Asked Questions
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Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains has 1 season and 6 episodes in total, starting from its premiere on April 9, 2026.
Is Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains still running?
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Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains is currently listed as returning series, with the most recent episode airing on May 14, 2026.
Who is in the cast of Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains?
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Paul Merton: Driving Amazing Trains (2026) stars Paul Merton. The full cast list with character names is available in the cast section of this page.