Work has begun to restore passenger rail services between Portishead and Bristol, reopening a route that has not carried passengers for around 60 years. The project includes reinstating the Portishead line and constructing two brand-new stations as part of a wider effort to improve local transport links.
According to the announcement, services are expected to start in 2028. Once operational, passengers will be able to travel directly between Portishead and Bristol Temple Meads in about 25 minutes, offering a quicker and more convenient alternative for commuters and other travelers.
The scheme is designed to deliver better connections into Bristol while also improving access to the wider rail network. Direct trains and upgraded stations are expected to make journeys simpler for people traveling for work, education and everyday trips.
The start of construction marks a major milestone for a long-discussed transport upgrade in the region. If delivered on schedule, the restored Portishead line will bring passenger trains back to the area for the first time in decades and reshape links between the town and Bristol.
