I Tried the Horrible "NEW" High-Speed Trains the UK Won't Stop Ordering

Follow me on Twitter twitter.com/IntercitySimon Today, we are taking a trip on the UK's unpopular Class 800 family of trains. These trains are known for being uncomfortable, prone to breaking down, and generally disliked by the public. But are they really as bad as everyone claims? Let's find out on this journey across the UK and Wales. Train type: Hitachi Class 802 for GWR Route: Cardiff Central to Exeter and on to Penzance Train: 10:59 Cardiff Central to Penzance Distance: 115 miles Journey time: 2h23m Average speed: 48 mph Price: £59.40