Buses replace trains between Manningtree and Harwich Town on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 September

Engineering work is taking place at Manningtree and Wrabness, closing all lines. ​​​​​​​

Buses will replace trains between Manningtree and Harwich Town.

Trains running between Colchester and Ipswich will be retimed, taking slightly longer than usual.

Additionally, the 21:07, 22:07 and 23:07 London Liverpool Street to Ipswich train services will terminate at Colchester. For Manningtree / Ipswich, you can change trains at Colchester for the 21:30, 22:30 and 23:30 London Liverpool Street to Ipswich train services.

Check before you travel: 

These changes are not currently shown in the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner, please check back nearer to the time of travel. 

Replacement Bus Travel Advice: 

For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use this page. 

You can find the location of your bus replacement by checking station signs or by searching for your station on our station information pages. 

Please be advised that, on occasion, replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.