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Amended late night services between London Kings Cross and Leeds from Tuesday 30 December to Thursday 1 January 

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Engineering work details

Starts Tuesday 30 December 2025 to Thursday 01 January 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between London Kings Cross and Leeds

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Doncaster and Leeds, closing some lines.

The following services will run a diversionary route each night:

  • 22:40 London Kings Cross to Leeds

  • 23:33 London Kings Cross to Leeds

Rail replacement buses will run between Doncaster and Wakefield Westgate on the following dates and times:

  • Wednesday 31 December, departing Doncaster at 01:05

  • Friday 2 January, departing Doncaster at 01:05

Due to New Year closures, there will be no rail replacement service on Thursday 1 January.

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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