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rail replacement bus service
/ɹˈeɪl ɹɪplˈeɪsmənt bˈʌs sˈɜːvɪs/
/ɹˈeɪl ɹɪplˈeɪsmənt bˈʌs sˈɜːvɪs/
Rail replacement bus service
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a temporary bus service replacing trains on a route due to maintenance or disruptions
What is a "rail replacement bus service"?
A rail replacement bus service is a temporary bus service that replaces regular train services when the train line is closed or disrupted. This can happen due to maintenance, repairs, or emergencies. The buses follow a route that is similar to the train line, allowing passengers to continue their journey despite the train service being unavailable. Rail replacement bus services are often provided by transportation companies to ensure that commuters and travelers still have a way to reach their destinations without significant delays.
Examples
Due to track maintenance, a rail replacement bus service will operate between Station A and Station B this weekend.
Passengers should use the rail replacement bus service between 9 PM and 5 AM while upgrade works are carried out on the railway line.
