Leeds bus timetables: All route diversions and cancellations including Kirkstall Bridge and Wetherby

This week, several bus routes in Leeds, West Yorkshire, are subject to diversions and cancellations due to various reasons such as roadworks, bridge closures, and other unforeseen circumstances. Here's a summary of the affected routes and the reasons for the disruptions:

1. Kirkstall Bridge Closure:

Kirkstall Bridge, a key crossing point over the River Aire in Leeds, is currently closed for essential repairs. As a result, several bus routes have been diverted or cancelled. The following bus routes are affected:

- 1: Diverted via Headingley Lane, St Anne's Road, and Otley Road

- 2: Diverted via Headingley Lane, St Anne's Road, and Otley Road

- 7: Diverted via Headingley Lane, St Anne's Road, and Otley Road

- 16: Diverted via Headingley Lane, St Anne's Road, and Otley Road

- 19: Diverted via Headingley Lane, St Anne's Road, and Otley Road

- 50: Diverted via Headingley Lane, St Anne's Road, and Otley Road

- 56: Diverted via Headingley Lane, St Anne's Road, and Otley Road

- 74: Diverted via Headingley Lane, St Anne's Road, and Otley Road

- X64: Diverted via Headingley Lane, St Anne's Road, and Otley Road

Please note that some buses may not serve stops between Kirkstall Forge and Headingley during this period. Passengers are advised to check their specific journey details with the West Yorkshire Metro Traveline or their bus operator for the most up-to-date information.

2. Wetherby Diversions:

In Wetherby, there will be bus diversions due to roadworks on the A1(M) northbound between junctions 45 and 46. The following bus routes will be affected:

- 199: Diverted via A661, A61, and A1(M)

- X84: Diverted via A661, A61, and A1(M)

Passengers are advised to allow extra travel time due to these disruptions and check their journey details with West Yorkshire Metro Traveline or their bus operator for the most up-to-date information.

3. Other Cancellations and Diversions:

Additionally, there may be other cancellations or diversions due to unforeseen circumstances such as vehicle breakdowns or road closures. Passengers are encouraged to check their journey details with West Yorkshire Metro Traveline or their bus operator before traveling to ensure they have the most up-to-date information.

For real-time travel information, passengers can also use the NextBus service available on the West Yorkshire Metro Traveline website or mobile app. This service provides live updates on bus arrivals and departures, helping passengers plan their journeys more effectively.

We hope this information helps you plan your bus travel in Leeds during this period of disruption. Stay informed and stay connected!