Weekend closures planned for Derry-Coleraine rail line

The Derry-Coleraine rail line is to close for five weekends over the coming two months.

Translink NI Railways said the closures are to facilitate the major engineering project to complete re-signalling works and a passing loop on line.

A spokesperson said the work would secure the long term future and sustainability of this important rail corridor and when completed would mean a more resilient rail service to and from Derry, including the potential for more frequent and faster journeys.

Works are due to be largely completed by late next year.

The closure dates will be October 3/4, 10/11,17/18, 24/25 and November 7/8.

Passengers wishing to travel on these weekends are advised to refer to Translink NI Railways website, journey planner or tweet @Translink_NI or call the contact centre on 0289066630

The line will remain open on Halloween weekend.

All Derry train services will operate between Belfast and Portrush as per the current published timetable.

Two bus substitution services will operate between Coleraine and Derry (direct) and Coleraine and Bellarena, serving Castlerock.