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Buses replace trains between Ipswich and Colchester and also between Manningtree and Harwich Town on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 June 

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Engineering work details

Starts Saturday 20 June 2026 to Sunday 21 June 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Colchester / Manningtree and Harwich Town and also between Norwich / Ipswich and London Liverpool Street

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Ipswich / Harwich Town and Colchester, closing all lines.

Rail replacement buses will operate between:

  • Ipswich and Colchester

  • Manningtree and Harwich Town

Trains will continue to operate as normal between:

  • Norwich and Ipswich

  • Colchester Town / Clacton-on-Sea and London Liverpool Street

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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