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Buses replace late night / early morning train to / from Severn Tunnel Junction from Monday 27 to Friday 31 October 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 27 October 2025 to Friday 31 October 2025

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

between Cheltenham Spa and Cardiff Central and also between Cardiff Central and Gloucester

Description

Engineering work is taking place overnight between Gloucester and Severn Tunnel Junction, closing some lines.

Monday to Thursday:

The 23:34 Cardiff Central to Gloucester service will terminate at Severn Tunnel Junction.

A replacement bus will operate between Severn Tunnel Junction and Gloucester.

Tuesday to Friday:

The 05:38 Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Central service will start at Severn Tunnel Junction.

A replacement bus will operate earlier at 04:33 between Cheltenham Spa to Severn Tunnel Junction to connect to the train service.

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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