Buses replace trains between Upminster and Pitsea via Laindon on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 October

Engineering work is taking place between Upminster and Pitsea, closing some lines. ​​​​​​​

On Saturday, buses replace trains between Upminster and Pitsea via Laindon.

On Sunday, rail replacement buses will be extended to operate between Upminster and Shoeburyness via Laindon, and between Stanford-le-Hope and Pitsea. Ockendon services from Grays are to be retimed, and Rainham services are to be extended from Grays to Stanford-le-Hope.

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.