Buses replace late night / early morning trains between Chester and Manchester from Monday 11 to Wednesday 13 December 

Route(s) affected

Transport for Wales between Birmingham International / Holyhead / Chester and Manchester Piccadilly / Manchester Airport

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Earlstown and Newton-le-Willows, closing some lines. ​​​​​​​

From 23:25 until 05:30 each morning, buses will replace trains between Chester and Manchester.

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 this page. 

You can find the location of your bus replacement by checking station signs or by searching for your station on our station information pages. 

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