Cornwall Train Line Update: Services Resume, Bus Replacements Available (2026)

Cornwall's Train Line Reopens After Disruption: Rail Replacement Buses in Place

National Rail has announced that rail services between Par and Newquay have resumed, following a recent disruption. To ensure passengers can still travel during this period, rail replacement buses are now in operation.

Here's a list of the bus routes you can use with your valid train ticket, at no additional cost:

• Route 21 and 21A: St Austell (Station) to St Columb Road (Co-op), Quintrell Downs (Quintrell Close), and Newquay (Bus Station)
• Route 24: St Austell (Station) to Par (Station)
• Route 26: St Austell (Station) to Bugle (The Square), Roche (opposite Travelodge), and Bodmin (Town Centre)
• Route 85: Truro (Bus Station) to Newquay (Bus Station)
• Route 86: Truro (Bus Station) to Newquay (Bus Station)
• Route 87: Truro (Bus Station) to Truro (Station) and Newquay (Station)
• Route 91: Truro (Bus Station) to St Columb Road (Co-op), Quintrell Downs (North Way), and Newquay (Great Western Hotel)
• Route 93: Truro (Bus Station) to Newquay (Bus Station)

These bus services are a temporary solution while the train line undergoes necessary maintenance or repairs. Passengers are advised to check the National Rail website for the latest updates and travel information.