Bus replacements laid on for Whitby to Middlesbrough train commuters due to level crossing upgrade
Passengers on the Esk Valley Rail line are reminded that a full upgrade of Nunthorpe level crossing means buses replace trains between Middlesbrough and Whitby, from February 23 to 27.
Network Rail will replace the life-expired crossing with a modern sliding barrier and improved operating system, with a new road layout which will be completely resurfaced.
They say the changes will provide rail passengers with more reliable journeys as well as giving road users a smoother ride over the crossing surface.
The work also means there will be no trains between Middlesbrough and Whitby from Monday February 23 to Friday February 27.
Rail replacement buses will be in operation, calling at all stations.
The work means there will be no road vehicle or pedestrian access over the crossing, on Marton Moor Road, from 7pm on Sunday February 22 to 5.30am on Saturday February 28.
A diversionary route will be clearly signposted.
Shuttle buses will run every 20 minutes, with clearly signposted stops either side of the level crossing.
The shuttle bus will stop at the Arriva 28 and 28A bus stops and will call at Nunthorpe Academy for passengers wishing to catch the rail replacement bus services.
Passengers using rail replacement services are advised to allow extra time for their journeys and only bring luggage they can carry comfortably.
Buses will depart from the turning circle outside Nunthorpe Academy on Guisborough Road.
Amelia Fordyce, Network Rail project manager, said: “We appreciate there will be some disruption while the work takes place and thank the community for their patience and understanding.”