Chiltern Railways is advising its customers to carefully plan their travel arrangements for the upcoming week due to industrial action by the ASLEF union. From today until Saturday, 8 July, an overtime ban will be in place, resulting in modified timetables across the entire network.
During this period, service frequency will be reduced on certain routes, and all services will conclude earlier than usual. Passengers are advised to anticipate potentially crowded journeys and to thoroughly check their itineraries prior to embarking.
Of note is Saturday 8 July, when a significant reduction in service will occur. Consequently, Chiltern Railways are urging customers to only travel on this day if necessary.
It is important to highlight that Chiltern Railways will be unable to provide transportation for the Blur concert at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, 8 July. No trains will be stopping at Wembley Stadium station throughout the day. Those attending the concert are advised to utilise London Underground services to reach Wembley Stadium.
Throughout the week, Chiltern Railways has made efforts to add extra carriages to the operating services whenever possible. This proactive measure aims to increase seating capacity for passengers and minimise the risk of last-minute cancellations, offering reassurance and reliability to those planning to travel.
Customers intending to use Chiltern services next week are strongly advised to conduct a comprehensive review of their entire journey, as some regular services may have been removed.
For more detailed information, including specific service levels and frequently asked questions, please visit the official Chiltern Railways website at www.chilternrailways.co.uk/strike
Service Summary:
Monday 3 – Friday 7 July
A limited service will be in operation, structured as follows, please check www.nationalrail.co.uk for the latest travel info
- 1 train per hour Marylebone – stations to Birmingham Moor Street (and vice-versa).
- 2 trains per hour Marylebone – stations to Oxford (and vice-versa).
- 1 train per hour Princes Risborough – stations to Aylesbury (and vice-versa).
- Shuttle service Leamington Spa – stations to Stratford Upon Avon (and vice-versa) for most of the day until approximately 19.00.
- 1 train per hour Marylebone – stations to Aylesbury Vale Parkway (via Amersham; and vice-versa).
- Additional services will operate during the morning and evening peak periods.
Saturday 8 July
Wembley Stadium will not be served throughout the day.
A limited service will be in operation, structured as follows, please check www.nationalrail.co.uk for the latest travel info
- 1 train per hour Marylebone – stations to Birmingham Moor Street (and vice-versa).
- 1 train per hour Marylebone – stations to Oxford (and vice-versa).
- 1 train per hour Marylebone - stations to Aylesbury (via High Wycombe; and vice-versa).
- Shuttle service Leamington Spa – stations to Stratford Upon Avon (and vice-versa) for most of the day until approximately 19.00.
- 1 train per hour Amersham - stations to Aylesbury Vale Parkway (and vice-versa).
