West Midlands Routes Adjust for Highway Work

Green Lane closes April 2 for highway work, diverting bus routes 17 and 17A for five hours

Green Lane Closes April 2 for Highway Work

Bus riders in Small Heath will need to plan alternate routes when Green Lane closes for highway work on Thursday, April 2, 2026. The closure affects the section between Charles Road and Hob Moor Road from 9:30am to 2:30pm, transit officials said. Routes 17 and 17A will be diverted during the five-hour closure.

Highway Work Prompts Temporary Closure

The closure is necessary to accommodate highway maintenance work on Green Lane, according to the transit agency. Officials said the work requires a full street closure during daytime hours when crews can work safely. The affected section between Charles Road and Hob Moor Road is a key corridor for bus service in the Small Heath area. Transit agencies typically schedule such closures during off-peak hours to minimize rider impact, though specific ridership numbers for the affected routes weren't available.

Buses Reroute via Victoria Street Corridor

Buses heading from Birmingham will take an alternative route via Victoria Street, Bordesley Green, and Blake Lane during the closure, officials said. Buses heading toward Birmingham will follow the reverse of this diversion route. The buses will rejoin their normal route at the junction with Green Lane. Officials didn't specify whether the diversion will add travel time for riders or how many stops will be temporarily relocated during the closure.

Normal Service Resumes After 2:30pm

The diversion is temporary and only affects the specified five-hour period on April 2, according to the transit agency. Normal service will resume after 2:30pm the same day, with routes 17 and 17A returning to their regular paths. Officials said passengers should plan their journeys accordingly and allow extra time for travel during the closure period.

Riders Can Track Diversion in Real Time

The temporary route change affects riders who regularly use Green Lane stops between Charles Road and Hob Moor Road during late morning and early afternoon hours. Passengers are advised to check for updates before traveling on April 2. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and route updates for Birmingham transit services, helping riders navigate temporary diversions and plan alternative routes during street closures.