Salford Crescent station will be closed on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 March as Network Rail continues the upgrade of Salford Crescent with the addition of a new third platform.

As a result, buses will replace trains between Manchester Victoria / Manchester Piccadilly and Bolton for the duration of the works, calling at Salford Crescent.

For more information on the works, visit Network Rail's Salford Upgrades web page.

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.