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Buses replace trains between Crewe and Preston from Saturday 24 to Monday 26 May 

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Engineering work details

Starts Saturday 24 May 2025 to Monday 26 May 2025

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between London Euston / Birmingham New Street and Glasgow Central / Edinburgh

Description

Engineering work is taking place in the Wigan North Western and Warrington Bank Quay area, closing some lines.

Saturday and Sunday:

The route through Wigan North Western is blocked resulting in trains to / from Scotland being diverted via Bolton.

Edinburgh services will run between Preston and Edinburgh.

Monday:

The route through Warrington Bank Quay is blocked resulting in trains to / from Scotland being diverted via Eccles.

Edinburgh services will run between Preston and Edinburgh.

Accessible buses will operate between:

  • Crewe and Preston

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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