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Buses replace late night trains to / from Chippenham / Bath Spa from Monday 20 to Thursday 23 April 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 20 April 2026 to Thursday 23 April 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Great Western Railway between London Paddington and Bristol Temple Meads

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Swindon and Bath Spa, closing some lines on Monday to Thursday evenings.

As a result, the 22:28 (departing at 22:30) (Monday to Wednesday) and 23:32 (Monday to Thursday) London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads services will divert between Swindon and Bristol Temple Meads, not calling at Chippenham or Bath Spa.

Road transport will run from Swindon to Chippenham and Bath Spa. These buses will then continue to Bristol Temple Meads.

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.

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