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Reduced service between Bedford and Bletchley until the end of the day 

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Service alteration details

Incident reported: Saturday 22 August 2026 at 19:27

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Last updated

Saturday 22 August 2026 at 19:40

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Bedford and Bletchley

Description

A shortage of train crew to operate the trains between Bedford and Bletchley means that a reduced service is in operation. Trains running between these stations may be cancelled.

This is expected until the end of the day.

Customer advice:

Customers are advised to travel on the next available service.

Rail replacement coaches will run as follows:

  • 21:45 Bletchley to Bedford semi-fast

  • 22:30 Bedford to Bletchley

    • 1 coach calling all stations

    • 1 coach running semi-fast

Check before you travel:

You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.

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.

Compensation:

You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.

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