Yorkshire School Bus Reroutes Around Roadworks

Route 626 diverts through Brayton for Leeds Road roadworks from April 27 to May 2026

Route 626 Reroutes via Brayton for Roadworks

Students riding Arriva UK Bus route 626 in the afternoon will need to adjust their plans as the school service diverts around roadworks on Leeds Road. The operator announced the change affects only the afternoon run, with the bus rerouting via Brayton to reach Thorpe Willoughby starting April 27. The diversion will remain in effect until May 10, 2026, as crews work on the section of Leeds Road between Dam Lane and the railway crossing at Thorpe Willoughby.

Context

The roadworks closure blocks a key section of the route 626 corridor, forcing the afternoon service to bypass Leeds Road entirely. School bus diversions typically aim to minimize delays while maintaining access to residential pickup and dropoff points, though some stops become temporarily inaccessible. Arriva UK Bus operates school services under contract to transport students between homes and educational facilities, with routes designed around school schedules. The morning service continues to operate normally, officials said.

Details

The rerouted bus won't serve any stops along Leeds Road during afternoon runs, affecting students who typically board or exit at those locations. The diversion takes the bus through Brayton before continuing to Thorpe Willoughby, adding distance to the standard route. Officials didn't specify how much additional travel time students should expect or which specific stops along Leeds Road will be skipped. The operator advised passengers to allow extra time for travel, though exact delay estimates weren't provided.

Timeline

The diversion took effect April 27 at 1:00 a.m. and will continue through May 10, 2026, spanning more than two years of afternoon service modifications. That extended timeline suggests major infrastructure work rather than routine maintenance, though officials didn't detail the scope of the roadworks project. The morning route 626 service remains unchanged throughout the construction period.

Impact

Students using Leeds Road stops for afternoon pickup will need alternative arrangements, as those stops won't be served during the diversion. Families should confirm whether their regular stop remains accessible or if students need to walk to alternate boarding locations along the revised route. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and service alerts for route 626, helping riders monitor arrival times during the extended diversion period.