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19/05/2025

Engineering work is taking place between Swindon and Bristol Temple Meads, closing all lines via Chippenham overnight from Monday evening until Friday morning.

As a result, the following trains will be diverted between Swindon and Bristol Temple Meads, and will not call at Chippenham or Bath Spa:

Monday to Wednesday:

  • The 22:28 London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads service

A replacement bus will run from Swindon to Chippenham and Bath Spa, before continuing to Bristol Temple Meads.

Monday to Thursday:

  • The 23:32 London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads service

A replacement bus will run from Swindon to Chippenham and Bath Spa, before continuing to Bristol Temple Meads.

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.

Affected operators
Great Western Railway
Nationalrail link
Last updated: 24/02/25 - 04:26