Buses replace trains between Newport and Shrewsbury on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 September
Engineering work details
Starts Saturday 06 September 2025 to Sunday 07 September 2025
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
South Western Railway between Cardiff Central and Crewe / Chester / Manchester Piccadilly / Llandudno Junction / Holyhead, and between Fishguard Harbour / Milford Haven / Swansea and Manchester Piccadilly
Description
Engineering work is taking place between Newport and Hereford / Shrewsbury, closing all lines.
Buses will replace trains between Newport and Shrewsbury. A few early morning / late night replacement buses will be extended to run to / from Cardiff Central.
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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