North West Service 46 Adapts to Roadwork

Service 46 diverts via Liverpool and Eastbourne Roads due to Kew Road construction

Service 46 Diverts for Kew Road Repairs

Riders on Service 46 in North West will need to adjust their commutes as the bus route diverts around ongoing roadworks. The service will bypass Kew Road and instead travel via Liverpool Road and Eastbourne Road in both directions, transit officials said. The diversion was announced January 27 and remains in effect until construction wraps up, though officials haven't provided a completion date.

Roadwork Necessitates Temporary Route Change

The diversion stems from active construction on Kew Road that makes the street impassable for regular bus service, according to the transit agency. Officials classified the disruption as high-severity, indicating significant changes to normal service patterns. Roadwork projects typically require transit agencies to reroute buses to maintain service continuity while ensuring passenger and worker safety. The agency didn't specify what type of construction is underway or which entity is performing the work.

Alternate Route Adds Travel Time

The temporary route via Liverpool Road and Eastbourne Road affects Service 46 in both directions, officials confirmed. Specific details about how much additional travel time riders should expect weren't provided by the transit agency. Officials also didn't say how many stops might be temporarily relocated or bypassed during the diversion. Transit agencies generally try to maintain as many existing stops as possible during detours, though some stops may be temporarily suspended if they can't be safely accessed on alternate routes.

Duration Tied to Construction Timeline

The route diversion will remain in place until roadwork on Kew Road is completed, transit officials said. A specific end date for the construction wasn't available, leaving riders without a clear timeline for when normal service will resume. The agency typically provides updates as project timelines become clearer, though officials haven't said how frequently they'll communicate progress to riders.

Riders Advised to Plan Extra Time

Passengers should allow additional travel time and check for updates before their trips, officials said. The high-severity classification suggests riders may experience longer journey times and potential crowding as the diverted route serves different areas. Moovit provides real-time updates for Service 46, helping riders track buses and adjust their schedules during the temporary route change.