Alert details
Buses replace most trains between Lithgow and Mount Victoria
Incident activity
Ongoing
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14 Aug
4:00pm
Details
Monday 10 to Friday 14 August
- Buses replace trains between Lithgow and Mount Victoria.
- Buses towards Mount Victoria may leave up to 15 minutes earlier than the normal train timetable.
- 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.
- Monday morning only, direct trains run from Lithgow to Central, leaving Lithgow at 02:54, 03:54, 04:47, 05:17 and 05:47.
- Friday, the last train to Blue Mountains Line stations leaves Central at 23:11.
- From 12.30am, buses replace trains from Parramatta to Lithgow.
- If travelling to Lithgow to connect with NSW TrainLink Regional Coaches, call 132 232 to confirm departure times.
- Plan your trip before you travel for up-to-date real time information. You can also subscribe to planned trackwork alerts.
Bus routes
32BM Lithgow, all stations to Mount Victoria and return (bypassing Bell)
Friday night only
21BM Katoomba, all stations to Penrith, express to Parramatta and return
21BM Katoomba, all stations to Penrith, express to Parramatta and return
23BM Lithgow, all stations to Katoomba, Leura, Wentworth Falls, Hazelbrook, Springwood, Blaxland, Parramatta and return
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.