Alert details

Buses replace trains between Lithgow and Mount Victoria, and some trains between Lithgow and Blacktown

Incident activity

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Monday 25 to Friday 29 May

Buses replace trains between Lithgow and Mount Victoria.
Trains run between Mount Victoria and Central, some to a changed timetable.
Bathurst trains run to a changed timetable between Bathurst and Mount Victoria or Central.
Friday from 8.50pm, buses replace trains from Lithgow to Blacktown.
The last train to Central leaves Mount Victoria at 19:56, arriving Central at 22:17.
From 10.40pm, buses replace trains from Blacktown to Lithgow.
The last train to the Blue Mountains leaves Central at 21:09, arriving Mount Victoria 23:30.
T1 Western Line trains run between the City and St Marys, to a changed timetable. Change at Blacktown for buses to Blue Mountains Line stations.
If travelling to Lithgow to connect with NSW TrainLink Regional Coaches, call 132 232 to confirm departure times.
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Bus routes

32BM Lithgow, all stations to Mount Victoria and return (bypassing Bell)

Friday night

5BM Katoomba, all stations to Penrith, express to Blacktown and return

53BM Lithgow, all stations to Katoomba, Springwood, Blaxland and Blacktown and return (bypassing Bell)

Replacement buses

Most replacement buses are Opal-enabled. Tap on and off with a valid Opal or contactless card. Fines apply without a valid ticket.
Bikes aren’t allowed on replacement buses. Use a nearby bike shed or locker.\
Services may be delayed or cancelled due to driver shortages. We're working to minimise disruptions and keep your journey safe.

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