Operator: Transport for Wales
Routes affected:Transport for Wales between Cardiff Central / Shrewsbury and Chester, and between Birmingham International and Manchester Piccadilly
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Engineering work is taking place between Shrewsbury and Chester, closing all lines via Wrexham General on Monday to Thursday nights.
As a result:
- The 21:09 Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadilly service will be diverted to run via Crewe. A replacement bus will run from Shrewsbury to Chester
- The 22:24 Chester to Cardiff Central service will start from Chester at 22:08, and will be diverted to run via Crewe. A replacement bus will run from Chester earlier than usual at 21:30 to Shrewsbury, connecting with the train
- The 23:27 Shrewsbury to Chester will not run, and will be replaced by a bus
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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