Engineering work is taking place between Durham and Newcastle, closing some lines.

As a result, on Saturday, the 21:00 London Kings Cross to Newcastle service will depart earlier than usual at 20:49 and will terminate at York. A replacement bus service will run from York to Newcastle, departing at 23:15.

On Sunday, the 07:55 Newcastle to London Kings Cross service will start from York, departing at 08:58. A replacement bus service will run from Newcastle to York, departing at 06:50.

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.