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Buses replace late night Transport for Wales trains between Manchester Piccadilly and Crewe from Monday 26 to Thursday 29 May 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 26 May 2025 to Thursday 29 May 2025

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Transport for Wales between Manchester Piccadilly and Shrewsbury / Cardiff Central

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Manchester Piccadilly and Crewe, closing various lines overnight from Monday evening until Friday morning.

As a result:

  • The 20:10 Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly service will terminate at Crewe. A replacement bus will run from Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly

  • The 22:32 Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury service will start from Crewe at 23:18. A replacement bus will run from Manchester Piccadilly at 21:23, arriving at Crewe to connect 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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