Buses replace late night trains between Swindon and Chippenham / Bath Spa from Monday 15 to Thursday 18 December
Engineering work details
Starts Monday 15 December 2025 to Thursday 18 December 2025
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 on Monday to Thursday evenings.
As a result, the 22:28 and 23:32 London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads services will be diverted between Swindon and Bristol Temple Meads, not calling at Chippenham or Bath Spa.
Road transport will run from Swindon to Chippenham and Bath Spa. These buses will continue to Bristol Temple Meads.
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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