Future-proofing Stranraer line: Buses replace trains between Ayr and Stranraer from Saturday 29 November to Sunday 7 December, and between Kilwinning and Ayr on Sunday 30 November 

Route(s) affected

ScotRail between Ayr and Girvan / Stranraer, between Glasgow Central / Kilmarnock and Girvan

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Ayr and Stranraer, closing all lines. Background information on the work can be found below.

Saturday 29 November to Sunday 7 December:

Buses will replace trains between:

• Ayr and Stranraer

Due to road access limitations, a minibus service will run between Girvan and Stranraer, serving Barrhill and connecting with the main bus services to / from Ayr.

Sunday 30 November:

Buses will replace trains between Kilwinning and Ayr.

Due to road access at Barassie, a minibus service will run between Irvine and Barassie, connecting with the main bus service at Irvine.

Background information:

More than £1m is being invested in the Stranraer railway line as Network Rail carries out essential improvements aimed at delivering more reliable journeys for passengers.

Teams will carry out vital drainage upgrades along key sections of track, using over 2,000 tonnes of materials to help prevent flooding and keep services running reliably. Markdhu No. 1 Level Crossing will also be upgraded, and structures and embankments will be inspected.

More details on this project are available on the Network Rail website.

Check before you travel:

You can plan your journey using the National Rail Enquiries 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 set-down 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.