Buses replace late night / early morning trains between Machynlleth and Aberystwyth from Monday 2 to Thursday 5 February
Engineering work details
Starts Monday 02 February 2026 to Thursday 05 February 2026
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Transport for Wales between Birmingham International and Machynlleth / Aberystwyth
Description
Engineering work is taking place between Machynlleth and Aberystwyth, closing all lines overnight from Monday evening until Thursday morning.
As a result:
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 23:40 Aberystwyth to Machynlleth will not run, and will be replaced by a bus.
Tuesday to Thursday:
The 04:41 Machynlleth to Aberystwyth will not run, and will be replaced by a bus.
The 05:17 Aberystwyth to Birmingham International will start from Machynlleth at 05:54. A replacement bus will run from Aberystwyth at 04:54, 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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