Five-day rail line closure from Oxford and Bicester to Leamington starts
Chiltern Railways say journey times will take "considerably longer than usual"
Rail passengers in Oxfordshire are being warned their journeys will take "considerably longer than usual" as a five-day closure of a major train route begins.
Engineering works are taking place on the lines from Oxford and Bicester, to Leamington Spa from Saturday 27 until Wednesday 31 July.
Track and bridge renewal, as well as drainage works, are taking place.
Chiltern Railways are urging people to leave plenty of time for their journeys, with rail replacement buses running.
The operator says their trains are expected to be particularly busy on Saturday and Sunday as the lines between Oxford and Didcot are also closed due to engineering works.
You can see the latest travel information on the Chiltern Railways and Great Western Railway website.