Temporary replacement of trains with coaches in north west
From Wednesday 21 October to Wednesday 2 December, Armidale, Uralla, Walcha Road, Kootingal and Tamworth stations will undergo planned rail infrastructure upgrades to prepare for the new regional fleet. Rail replacement coaches will operate to transport passengers at these stations.
Additionally, essential track maintenance by the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) will occur from 2am Tuesday, 17 November to 2am, Friday 20 November 2026. Replacement coach services will operate for the entire journey between Sydney to Moree and Sydney to Armidale and return services.
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Changes to NSW TrainLink services
Tuesday 20 October to Tuesday 1 December
| Journey | Alternative arrangement |
| Sydney to Armidale | 09.35am trains scheduled to depart from Sydney Terminal will be replaced by coaches between Werris Creek and Armidale. |
Wednesday 21 October to Tuesday 2 December
| Journey | Alternative Arrangement |
| Armidale to Sydney | 08.40am trains scheduled to depart from Armidale will be replaced by coaches between Armidale and Werris Creek. |
Tuesday 17 November to Friday 20 November
| Journey | Alternative arrangement |
| Sydney to Armidale | 09.35am trains scheduled to depart from Sydney Terminal will be replaced by coaches the entire journey. |
| Armidale to Sydney | 08.40am trains scheduled to depart from Armidale will be replaced by coaches the entire journey. |
| Sydney to Moree | 09.35am trains scheduled to depart from Sydney Terminal will be replaced by coaches the entire journey. |
| Moree to Sydney | 08.05am trains scheduled to depart from Moree will be replaced by coaches the entire journey. |
Important information
- Check your booking confirmation and departure times carefully when planning your journey.
- Plan ahead and check the latest travel information using the Trip Planner before travelling.