East Coast Main Line train operators and Network Rail are urging passengers not to travel to London King’s Cross on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September 2020 as vital work takes place as part of the East Coast Upgrade.

Over the weekend, engineers will complete essential work towards the re-opening of a disused railway tunnel at King’s Cross, which will allow more trains to enter and leave the station.

Work will also be completed to renew the tracks into certain platforms, make improvements to the signalling and strengthen Camden Sewer which runs beneath the tracks.

To allow this stage of work to take place, no trains will run into or out of London King’s Cross over the weekend of 5th/6th September.

Passengers who travel to London King’s Cross from the north on the East Coast Main Line will need to change trains at Peterborough onto Thameslink services, which will run to St Pancras International on Saturday 5th September and to Finsbury Park on Sunday 6th September.

Great Northern train services from Cambridge will terminate at Finsbury Park instead of London King’s Cross, extending journey times.

All trains are expected to be busier than normal, with passengers on LNER services requiring a seat reservation.

Ed Akers, Principal Programme Sponsor for Network Rail, said: “This work which is taking place in and around King’s Cross station is an essential part of the East Coast Upgrade. It will allow further major improvements to take place, including the re-opening of the railway tunnel, which will make space for more trains coming in and out of the station.

“We strongly advise passengers to avoid travelling to London King’s Cross over the first weekend in September, as they will need to change trains and services which are running may be busy. Those who do need to travel to London should check their journeys and allow plenty of time.

“We would like to thank passengers for their continued patience whilst vital work on the East Coast Upgrade is carried out and we apologise for any inconvenience. The project will bring improved services, faster journeys and a more reliable railway.”

A spokesperson on behalf of train operators on the route, said: “This work is really important and a vital step towards more reliable, frequent and faster services for our passengers.

“We would like to thank people in advance for their patience and understanding whilst this part of the East Coast Upgrade is carried out. Passengers who need to travel to or from London should check how their journey will be affected by visiting EastCoastUpgrade.co.uk, National Rail Enquiries or checking with their train operator.”

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