Translink has announced a partial train line closure to allow for essential engineering works. The line between Larne Harbour and Whitehead will be closed on Saturday, March 8 and Sunday, March 9.
The works include essential embankment strengthening on the railway between Whitehead and Larne. To facilitate the works there will be a reduction in car parking spaces at the Whitehead Park and Ride.
To maximise the line closure, work will also be undertaken on Tree Management. During this line closure, bus substitutions will operate for train passengers travelling between Whitehead and Larne Harbour.
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Translink’s John Glass, Director of Infrastructure and Projects said: “We are committed to investing, upgrading and enhancing public transport services. It is vital to improve and modernise our infrastructure to maintain high quality, safe, and attractive rail services for everyone.
“While the vast majority of the project works are usually undertaken at night, these line closures are essential to complete the work efficiently and safely. They will also enable us to reduce any long term passenger disruption. We have carefully planned theses closures to minimise the overall impact on the majority of our passengers."
Normal train timetables will operate between Belfast and Whitehead. The bus substitutions will pick up at bus stops nearest the train station – some of these may be on the main road.
Bus substitution times may differ from scheduled train departure times and Translink advises passengers to check their journey before they travel using the Translink website: www.translink.co.uk or the Journey Planner, or phone Translink’s contact centre on 02890 666630.
They have advised passengers with accessibility requirements to get in contact at least 24 hours in advance of travel so that they can ensure the bus substitution service can best accommodate their needs.
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