Elizabeth line passengers face major disruption on 28 and 29 November as essential engineering works will close most of the route. No trains will run between Paddington and Abbey Wood, Paddington and Shenfield, or Paddington and Heathrow Airport and Maidenhead on either day.
Passengers travelling across London or to Heathrow Airport will need to find alternative routes or allow extra time. A limited service will continue between Maidenhead and Reading, with two trains per hour in each direction.
Essential maintenance work
Transport for London (TfL) said the closure is needed to carry out essential maintenance and engineering work to keep the railway running safely and reliably. The work includes replacing sections of track and crossings, as well as maintaining overhead electrical equipment.
Rail replacement buses will operate on several affected routes, including Stratford to Romford, Shenfield to Chadwell Heath and Newbury Park, Ealing Broadway to Slough, and Slough to Maidenhead. Passengers are advised to use alternative Tube, National Rail and local bus services where possible.
Passengers urged to plan ahead
Trish Ashton, TfL's Director of Rail, said: "We understand that these closures can impact customers’ journeys and would like to thank them for their patience while this essential work takes place."
"The work we’re carrying out is essential to maintaining the safety and reliability of the Elizabeth line for the millions of customers who rely it on every year. We encourage customers to plan ahead, allow extra time for their journeys and check before they travel on TfL's Journey Planner or the TfL Go app. Rail replacement buses and alternative travel options will be available throughout the closure."
The Elizabeth line is the UK's busiest railway service, carrying passengers across London and connecting the capital with destinations in Essex, Berkshire and Heathrow Airport. TfL is urging passengers to check their journeys before setting off, with disruption expected throughout both days.
