Buses replace trains between Derby and Uttoxeter / Stoke-on-Trent on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 September
Engineering work details
Starts Saturday 27 September 2025 to Sunday 28 September 2025
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
East Midlands Railway between Newark Castle / Nottingham / Derby and Crewe
Description
Engineering work is taking place between Derby / Uttoxeter and Stoke-on-Trent, closing all lines.
Saturday:
Buses will replace trains between Derby and Stoke-on-Trent.
For travel between Stoke-on-Trent and Crewe, you should use alternative rail services.
Sunday:
Buses will replace trains between Derby and Uttoxeter.
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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