Engineering work is taking place between Reading and Newbury, closing lines early on Sunday morning.
As a result:
Long distance:
- The 08:04 London Paddington to Penzance service will depart earlier than usual at 07:51, and will divert to run via Swindon (not calling). It will not call at Newbury or Pewsey. For these stations, you should travel by the amended 08:44 London Paddington to Penzance service (details below)
- The 08:44 London Paddington to Penzance service will depart earlier than usual at 08:31, and will additionally call at Newbury and Pewsey
Local trains:
- The 08:06 Reading to Newbury service will not run. An earlier replacement bus will run from Reading at 07:51 to Newbury, calling at all stations except Newbury Racecourse. At Newbury, the bus connects with the 09:02 Newbury to Bedwyn train (see below)
- The 08:33 Reading to Bedwyn service will be amended to start from Newbury at 09:02
Check before you travel:
You can plan your journey using the National Rail 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 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.