We and our partners at Network Rail are always working hard to maintain and improve the rail network. We try to keep disruption to a minimum by carrying out engineering works at the weekend or over holiday periods where we can, but this isn’t always possible.



If we need to close train lines for engineering works, we’ll provide buses to replace the affected trains. We will need to alter train services over a wider area, for example to connect with buses, so you should always check whether your journey will be affected.

Temporary changes to how far in advance railway timetables will be confirmed.





Network Rail are working hard to rectify this problem, but there is no quick fix and we anticipate the issue will continue for some time.



We are sorry that this may affect your ability to plan ahead and we will keep you updated on our progress to resolve this issue, which affects all train operators.



For more information about booking your journey, please visit our Network Rail has temporarily changed how far in advance train timetables can be confirmed following ongoing problems with industry planning processes. Train times and tickets are usually confirmed and available for you to plan and book you journeys up to 12 weeks before you travel. Now, train times will be confirmed and finalised up to 6 weeks before you travel.Network Rail are working hard to rectify this problem, but there is no quick fix and we anticipate the issue will continue for some time.We are sorry that this may affect your ability to plan ahead and we will keep you updated on our progress to resolve this issue, which affects all train operators.For more information about booking your journey, please visit our Advance Tickets page.

Overnight trains

Engineering works affect trains at night more than during the day. If you’re planning to travel after 2300 or before 0530 then check train times carefully, to make sure that you can complete your journey safely. Sometimes this work has to be arranged at short notice, for example if emergency repairs have to be made, so please check our live travel update page.

Unscheduled delays

Sometimes we have to alter trains at short notice for reasons beyond our control. Check out our live travel updates page for up-to-date information on any changes or cancellations.

National Rail Enquiries can provide you with detailed information about train delays and cancellations anywhere on the network. Call 0345 748 4950 or visit nationalrail.co.uk.

Luggage on replacement buses

If engineering works are affecting our trains then we may use replacement buses, or even taxis, to get you to your destination. Unfortunately there’s no room on replacement buses or taxis to carry prams and pushchairs that do not fold, cycles, animals (with the exception of assistance dogs) or bulky luggage. We apologise in advance for any inconvenience.

If we need to close train lines for engineering works, we’ll provide buses to replace the affected trains. We will need to alter train services over a wider area to connect with buses, so you should always check whether your journey will be affected.