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Buses replace late night trains between Swindon and Bristol Temple Meads via Chippenham / Bath Spa from Monday 16 to Thursday 19 November 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 16 November 2026 to Thursday 19 November 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Great Western Railway between London Paddington and Bristol Temple Meads via Chippenham

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Swindon and Bath Spa, closing all lines late on Monday to Thursday evenings.

As a result, the following trains will be diverted after Swindon to run via Bristol Parkway (not calling):

  • The 22:38 (departing 22:30) London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads service

  • The 23:32 London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads service

Replacement buses will run from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads via Chippenham and Bath Spa.

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 drop-off 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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