Norwich Train Station Closure Disrupts Passenger Travel
Passengers traveling between Norwich and London should prepare for disruptions throughout March due to planned engineering work. Significant closures and bus replacements will occur on specific weekends.
Key Dates for Norwich Train Station Closure
The engineering work is scheduled for the weekends of:
- March 7 and 8
- March 14 and 15
- March 21 and 22
- March 28 and 29
During these weekends, London Liverpool Street station will be fully closed on five specific days: March 15, 21, 22, 28, and 29.
Impact on Passengers
Thousands of Norwich City fans are expected to travel to London on March 21 for a match against Charlton. Due to ongoing engineering work, many train services from Norwich will be affected. Passengers may need to use rail replacement buses for part of their journey.
Replacement Bus Services
On affected weekends, key changes include:
- Train services from Norwich terminating at stations before reaching London.
- Replacement buses operating at Ingatestone, connecting to underground services from Newbury Park to Liverpool Street on March 14 and 15 and 28 and 29.
- Bus replacements running from Beaulieu Park to Newbury Park and Liverpool Street on March 21 and 22.
Official Statements
Martin Beable, managing director of Greater Anglia, emphasized the importance of this engineering work. He stated, “These projects will improve busy network areas, ensuring punctuality and reliability.” He urged passengers to check their travel plans and allow extra time for their journeys.
Additionally, Katie Frost, Network Rail’s route director for Anglia, acknowledged the inconvenience and affirmed that this work is essential for maintaining safety and efficiency across busy routes. “Much of the work must occur when trains are not running to keep our staff safe,” she added.
Passengers are encouraged to plan ahead and stay informed about potential disruptions to their travel plans during this period.
