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Buses replace very early morning trains to / from Burnham and Taplow from Tuesday 25 to Friday 28 August

Planned Updated: 1 Jun 2026 10:32

Engineering work is taking place at multiple locations on the line between London Paddington and Reading, closing some lines very early on Tuesday to Friday mornings.

As a result of this, the following trains will not call at Burnham or Taplow:

  • The 00:01 London Paddington to Reading service
  • The 00:19 Reading to London Paddington service
  • The 00:48 London Paddington to Reading service

Replacement buses will run between Slough and Burnham / Taplow.

Please note: The 00:18 Henley-on-Thames to Reading will terminate Twyford. Rail connections are available between Twyford and Reading.

Check before you travel:

You can plan your journey using the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner

Replacement bus travel advice:

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

You can find the pick-up and set-down location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

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