What is East West Rail?
East West Rail is a major infrastructure project to deliver much-needed connections
The vibrant mix of communities between Oxford and Cambridge are held back by a lack of east-west transport options which link its vibrant communities, universities and businesses.
East West Rail is a major infrastructure project which is proposed to deliver these much-needed connections. Linking people with job opportunities, new homes and major economic hubs both locally and across the UK.

Local benefits

Cheaper and easier travel between Oxford and Cambridge
With new train services and railway stations, we aim to make rail travel quicker and cheaper for all.

Jobs and growth
By connecting science parks, universities and industry, we’ll provide access to new opportunities.

Thriving communities
By upgrading connectivity, we aim to support the improvement of new and existing communities between Oxford and Cambridge
Our role
At East West Railway Company our role is to oversee construction of the project between Oxford and Bletchley - which is now underway. We're also designing the section of railway between Bletchley and Cambridge.
Learn moreOur delivery partners
East West Rail is a complex project, particularly given there are multiple sections of railway line and several delivery partners. Here is a quick guide to the partners helping us deliver East West Rail.
Learn moreEast West Rail Services will be introduced in 3 'Connection Stages'
East West Rail: An Overview