Commuters are advised to ‘look before you book’ ahead of major railway upgrades taking place this Bank Holiday weekend.

Most trains will not call at Bushey or Harrow & Wealdstone at a point over the weekend between Saturday (May 29) and Monday (May 31) as the Network Rail upgrade tracks and signals across the railway.

During the upgrade, there will be fewer trains and reduced services affecting many stations between London Euston, Birmingham and Liverpool.

Trains to London Euston from Northampton, Milton Keynes and Tring will run to amended timetable on Saturday, with most trains will not call at Bushey or Harrow & Wealdstone.

There’ll be no direct services between London Euston and Liverpool or between London Euston and Scotland.

The West Coast main line could also be busier from Midland main line and CrossCountry passengers choosing alternative routes as the railway is closed between St Pancras and Luton.

Tim Shoveller, managing director of Network Rail’s North West and Central region, said: “The essential improvements taking place over the late May bank holiday will build on the great progress already made this year to improve the railway as passengers return in greater numbers.

“While this will not be as disruptive as previous bank holidays, some journeys may still see bus replacement services in operation. I’d urge people to check National Rail Enquiries in advance of 29-31 May so they know exactly what to expect from their journey.”

Passengers on affected routes will need to change trains, will have longer journeys, fewer available seats, and will need to use rail replacement buses.

Those needing to travel during the railway improvements should plan ahead by visiting: www.nationalrail.co.uk/westcoast