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Buses replace very early morning trains to / from Burnham / Taplow on Saturday 15 August 

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Engineering work details

Starts Saturday 15 August 2026 to Saturday 15 August 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Great Western Railway between London Paddington and Reading

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Slough and Reading, closing some lines very early on Saturday morning.

As a result, the following trains will not call at Burnham or Taplow:

  • 00:01 London Paddington to Reading

  • 00:21 Reading to London Paddington

  • 00:49 London Paddington to Reading

Replacement buses will run between Slough and Burnham / Taplow.

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 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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