Bedford rail passengers are being given advance warning that there will be no train services running on Wednesday 1 and Friday 3 February due to industrial action.
Both East Midlands Railway (EMR) and Govia Thameslink trains are affected, with both operators confirming that there will be no service on both days.
The rail replacement bus service between Bedford St John station and Bletchley is also not running on the affected days.
The disruption is due to industrial action taken by members of the ASLEF union and train drivers with the RMT union.
In a statement, EMR said: “This strike action specifically affects train drivers and therefore EMR will be unable to operate any trains during the action. The industrial action will also affect other train operating companies and their services across the country.”
Rail customers who have purchased tickets for the days affected may travel on the day before the date on the ticket, or on following days, depending on the rail provider. Passengers are advised to check the EMR or Govia Thameslink websites for full details.
Passengers are advised to check the websites, information in stations and social media for the latest advice and information.
Will Rogers, Managing Director at East Midlands Railway, said: “As a result of strike action being taken by members of the ASLEF union and the RMT union we are not able to run any services on Wednesday 1 February, and Friday 3 February.
“Customers with an Advance, Off-peak or Anytime ticket who are affected by the strike can use their ticket either on the day before the date on the ticket, or up to and including, Tuesday, 7 February. Customers can also travel on an alternate date or get a refund. More details are on our website.”
