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Buses replace late night trains between Lincoln / Sleaford and Peterborough from Monday 9 to Thursday 12 March 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 09 March 2026 to Thursday 12 March 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

East Midlands Railway between Lincoln and Peterborough

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Lincoln and Sleaford, closing various lines on Monday to Thursday evenings.

Monday to Thursday:

The 23:09 Peterborough to Lincoln service will be replaced by a bus throughout.

Monday and Thursday:

The 21:46 Lincoln to Peterborough service will be replaced by a bus throughout.

Tuesday and Wednesday:

The 21:46 Lincoln to Peterborough service will terminate at Sleaford at 22:16. A replacement bus will run from Sleaford to Peterborough.

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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