Expect Train Delays as Shrewsbury–Crewe Route Closes for Repairs

By Ivan PetrenkoJul 5, 2025 21:41 PMNews
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Train reroutes expected through alternate lines. Source: unsplash

Train journeys between Shrewsbury and Crewe will face major changes over the weekend of 19 to 21 July due to planned engineering works. No trains will run between Prees and Crewe from early Saturday morning until service resumes on Monday. While the line is out of action, trains will take the long way around through Wrexham and Chester, skipping the usual stations between Shrewsbury and Crewe that they would normally pass through. This closure is expected to disrupt journeys for both local commuters and leisure travellers.

Buses will be filling in for the missing trains between Shrewsbury and Crewe, but travellers should be ready for a slower ride with less room and fewer amenities than a typical train journey. These bus services may be subject to traffic conditions, which could add further delays. Those using the route for weekend trips, events or longer-distance rail connections especially toward Manchester or North Wales should be aware of potential scheduling conflicts and extended travel times across the network.

The upcoming works involve replacing sections of worn-out railway infrastructure, including track, sleepers, and ballast. Engineering teams will also carry out localised upgrades near Tilstock, Wrenbury and Nantwich, where machinery access requires additional safety protocols. Level crossings in these areas may be closed to road vehicles or manually operated, affecting nearby communities. During this period, a reduced rail service will run between Chester and Crewe with fewer departures than usual.

To steer clear of unexpected travel headaches that weekend, here are a few things travellers should definitely think about before heading out:

  • Check updated schedules in advance as last-minute changes may occur
  • Travel through several towns will be limited, which could affect overall mobility
  • Those planning day trips or countryside visits may need to adjust their routes
  • Replacement bus timetables might not align with train connections, leading to delays and missed transfers

With limited travel options and detours in place, the closure highlights the impact that routine rail maintenance can have during busy summer periods. Even though the goal is to keep the railway running smoothly in the long run, in the meantime passengers will have to deal with fewer direct trains and trips that take more time than usual. Travellers should approach this weekend with flexibility, prepare for alternatives, and consider how changes may affect access to events, rural destinations or connecting services.

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