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Buses replace trains between Newport and Shrewsbury via Hereford on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September 

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Engineering work details

Starts Saturday 13 September 2025 to Sunday 14 September 2025

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Transport for Wales between Cardiff Central and Hereford / Shrewsbury Crewe / Chester / Manchester Piccadilly / Holyhead, between Carmarthen and Manchester Piccadilly, between Milford Haven and Crewe / Manchester Piccadilly, and also between Fishguard / Swansea and Manchester Piccadilly

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Newport and Shrewsbury, closing all lines via Hereford.

Buses will replace trains between Newport and Shrewsbury via Hereford.

A few late night / early morning buses will run between Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury, in order to help connect with other train services.

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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