Throughout 2026, there will be mid-week evening track closures from 7:45pm on the Shorncliffe line most weeks throughout June to allow testing of the new European Train Control System (ETCS).
During these closures, trains will not run between Northgate and Shorncliffe stations.
Please note that additional works for these closures are being considered. Further dates may be added once confirmed.
Mid-week closures (from 7:45pm)
- Monday 1 June
- Monday 8 June
- Tuesday 9 June
- Wednesday 10 June
- Thursday 11 June
Your weekday and weekend travel may also be impacted.
View a map of the track closure.
Map of closure
Travel information
During these closures, timetabled railbuses will replace trains between Northgate and Shorncliffe stations to get you where you need to be.
- Railbus R348 will stop at all stations between Northgate and Shorncliffe stations and will depart approximately every 30 minutes.
Shorncliffe line trains will continue to run between Northgate and Roma Street stations.
Please allow extra travel time and plan your journey closer to the travel date using our journey planner, which is being updated as quickly as possible.
Bikes and e-scooters are not permitted on railbuses.
What works are happening?
Cross River Rail is testing the new world-class signalling system, the European Train Control System (ETCS), on the Shorncliffe line. Testing ETCS to confirm the system meets safety regulations and operational requirements is an important step before testing in the Cross River Rail tunnels can commence.
During this period, you may see trains travelling on the Shorncliffe line and stopping at some stations. These trains are undergoing important testing and are not in service.
For more information on the Cross River Rail project, visit the Cross River Rail website.
Ticket and fare information
Normal fares and conditions apply on all scheduled services.
Need assistance?
If you need assistance with station access, contact Queensland Rail. For:
- general enquiries call 13 16 17 during business hours
- accessibility assistance SMS 0428 774 636 at any time.
For general information outside of business hours, call our contact centre on 13 12 30.
For more information on the Cross River Rail project, visit crossriverrail.qld.gov.au.
