X13 Reroutes for Coleshill Infrastructure Work

X13 buses diverted via Gorsey Lane March 16-20 for Severn Trent utility work on Station Road

X13 Bus Reroutes for Coleshill Road Work

Riders on the X13 bus route between Birmingham and Chelmsley Wood will encounter detours starting March 16 as Station Road in Coleshill closes for utility work. The closure affects the section between Colebridge Crescent and Rose Road, with buses diverted via Gorsey Lane and Gorsey Way for five days, transit officials said. Severn Trent is carrying out the infrastructure work through March 20.

Infrastructure Work Prompts Temporary Closure

The Station Road closure is necessary for Severn Trent water infrastructure maintenance, according to the transit agency. Road closures for utility work typically require advance coordination between water companies and transit operators to minimize disruption to bus services. Officials didn't specify the exact nature of the Severn Trent work being performed. Such closures are common in the West Midlands as aging infrastructure requires ongoing maintenance and upgrades.

Detailed Diversion Routes Announced

Buses heading toward Chelmsley Wood will divert from Coleshill Parkway via Station Road, turning left onto Gorsey Lane, then left onto Gorsey Way before continuing on Lichfield Road to rejoin the normal route, officials said. Buses traveling toward Birmingham will follow the reverse path. The diversion takes effect at the junction with Station Road. Officials didn't provide estimates for how much additional travel time riders should expect, though diversions of this type typically add several minutes to journey times.

Five-Day Closure Runs Through March 20

The closure begins Monday, March 16, 2026, and continues through Friday, March 20, transit officials confirmed. The five-day timeframe suggests Severn Trent is conducting significant underground work that requires full road access. Normal X13 service will resume once Station Road reopens, though officials haven't said whether weekend work might allow for earlier completion.

Riders Advised to Plan Extra Travel Time

Passengers are advised to plan their journeys accordingly during the closure period and allow additional time for the diversion route. The detour affects all X13 buses traveling between Birmingham and Chelmsley Wood via Coleshill. Riders can check Moovit for real-time updates on X13 service and adjusted travel times during the Station Road closure.