Buses replace late night / early morning trains between Machynlleth and Aberystwyth from Monday 30 March to Friday 3 April
Engineering work details
Starts Monday 30 March 2026 to Friday 03 April 2026
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 Friday morning.
Monday to Thursday:
The 20:08 Birmingham International to Aberystwyth service will terminate at Machynlleth. A replacement bus will run from Machynlleth to Aberystwyth.
The 23:40 Aberystwyth to Machynlleth service will not run, and will be replaced by a bus.
Tuesday to Friday:
The 04:41 Machynlleth to Aberystwyth service will not run, and will be replaced by a bus.
The 05:54 Aberystwyth to Birmingham International service will start from Machynlleth at 05:54. An earlier replacement bus will run from Aberystwyth at 04:52 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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