Buses replace trains between Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 April
Engineering work details
Starts Saturday 18 April 2026 to Sunday 19 April 2026
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Transport for Wales between Birmingham International and Chester / Aberystwyth / Holyhead
West Midlands Railway between Shrewsbury and Birmingham New Street
Description
Engineering work is taking place between Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton, closing some lines.
Transport for Wales:
Rail replacement buses will operate between Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton.
West Midlands Railway:
Train services between Shrewsbury and Birmingham New Street will not run.
Rail replacement buses will operate between Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton.
You are advised to travel on other train services between Wolverhampton and Birmingham New 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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