Staines to Windsor track renewal
We’re upgrading the railway between Staines and Windsor, improving reliability for passengers.
Project timeline
Our engineers will be working between Saturday 1 and Sunday 16 February 2025 to complete a range of projects.
What work is taking place?
During this line closure, we’ll be continuing the work we began in 2023. This time, laying 800yds of new track on the other side of the 174 year old Black Potts Railway Bridge which crosses the Thames in West London.
We’ll be using 2 tampers, 9 trains and 7 on-track machines to complete these works. This includes removing old rails and sleepers from site and installing new track. We’ll also be making sure they’re tested and safe for travel when the line reopens.
When is the work taking place?
Our teams will be working around the clock to get this work done.
How will this work affect me?
During this closure, buses will replace some South Western Railway services between through the Staines area. Details below:
- Saturday 22 March – Staines to Windsor, Hounslow to Virginia Water
- Sunday 23 March – Staines to Windsor, Hounslow to Ascot and Woking
- Monday 24 March to Friday 28 March – Staines to Windsor
Why is the work needed?
This work is needed to make sure trains can continue to serve communities along the line between Staines and Windsor.
Contact us
For more information or to get in touch with us, please contact us by visiting our contact us page or by calling our 24-hour national helpline on 03457 11 41 41.