Buses replace late night / early morning trains between Machynlleth and Aberystwyth from Monday 15 to Thursday 18 September
Engineering work details
Starts Monday 15 September 2025 to Thursday 18 September 2025
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Transport for Wales between Birmingham International / Machynlleth and Aberystwyth
Description
Engineering work is taking place between Machynlleth and Aberystwyth, closing all lines overnight from Monday evening until Thursday morning.
Monday to Wednesday:
The 20:08 Birmingham International to Aberystwyth service will terminate at Machynlleth. A replacement bus will run from Machynlleth to Aberystwyth.
The 22:30 Aberystwyth to Machynlleth service will call at Dovey Junction and Machynlleth slightly later than usual.
The 22:30 Aberystwyth to Machynlleth service will be replaced by a bus throughout.
Tuesday to Thursday:
The 04:41 Machynlleth to Aberystwyth service will be replaced by a bus.
The 05:20 Aberystwyth to Birmingham International service will start from Machynlleth at 05:54. An earlier replacement bus will run from Aberystwyth at 04:54 to Machynlleth, connecting with the train.
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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