December timetable change: Regional service boost for Crewe to Newark Castle route
- December timetable changes will mean route extensions and more services on weekdays and Saturdays
- Eight services added and two weekday services extended
- Another step forward to help support customers and communities across the regional network
East Midlands Railway (EMR) is set to increase the number of services on its Crewe to Newark Castle route, helping to improve options for customers and better connect communities.
From Monday, December 15, the Newark Castle to Crewe route will see eight services added and two weekday services extended.
Will Rogers, Managing Director at East Midlands Railway, said: “We’re always looking for better ways to match our timetable with the trips our customers want to make.
"But any changes need to take into account a number of factors, including the allocation of necessary funding, maintaining levels of performance (punctuality), and operational feasibility.
"Thankfully, these requirements have been met, and we are delighted to be able to provide a boost in services for our customers on the Crewe to Newark Castle line.
"It is great news for the communities of Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Cheshire, as well as businesses up and down the line – especially on Saturdays."
Full list of services added in the December timetable:
Weekdays
Extension of 08:10 Crewe–Nottingham to Newark Castle
13:10 Crewe – Newark Castle
10:36 Newark Castle – Crewe
Extension of 16:16 Nottingham – Crewe to Newark Castle
Saturdays
08:09 Crewe – Newark Castle
13:10 Crewe – Newark Castle
18:10 Crewe – Nottingham
06:44 Derby – Crewe
10:39 Newark Castle – Crewe
15:38 Newark Castle – Crewe