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Amended 18:52 Edinburgh to London Euston service from Monday 28 December to Friday 1 January 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 28 December 2026 to Friday 01 January 2027

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Train operators affected

  • Avanti West Coast

Route(s) affected

Avanti West Coast between Edinburgh and London Euston

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Northampton and Rugby, closing various lines.

The 18:52 Edinburgh to London Euston service will:

  • (Monday to Wednesday) divert between Rugby and Milton Keynes, not calling at Northampton

  • (Thursday) terminate at Preston

  • (Friday) start from Carlisle at 20:05 and divert between Rugby and Milton Keynes, not calling at Northampton

A rail replacement bus will run from Rugby to Long Buckby / Northampton, departing at 23:55 (excluding Thursday).

Check before you travel:

You can plan your journey using the National Rail Journey Planner.

Replacement bus travel advice:

For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.

You can find the pick-up and drop-off location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.

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