Rail upgrades disrupt Leicester to London trains for nine weekends. Check schedules for bus replacements.
Weekend trains between Leicester and London will be different. From late February to June, expect bus replacements. This starts Saturday, February 22nd, lasting until June.
Network Rail will upgrade overhead lines near Bedford. This impacts East Midlands Railway and Thameslink trains. Weekend trips to St Pancras might involve a bus ride. These changes will occur for nine weekends. The project aims for smoother, more reliable train rides.
This will benefit people traveling between East Midlands and London. They will also upgrade tracks. Drainage improvements will prevent future floods. Crews will do other maintenance work, too. Passengers should check schedules often before traveling.
Mark Budden works for Network Rail. He said these upgrades are crucial. They want a reliable railway for years to come. He understands this work causes delays and issues.
He apologizes to people who must change their plans. They will complete many jobs at once. This improves railway reliability simultaneously.
Philippa Cresswell works for East Midlands Railway. She says to check your journey beforehand. Look at the EMR website for weekend updates. She thanks travelers for their patience.
