HS2 Phase 2a (Birmingham–Crewe)
Northern legs of HS2 were cancelled in October 2023, with funding redirected to other transport schemes.
- Sanction year
- 2021
- Sanctioned cost
- —
- Route / corridor
- West Midlands–Crewe
- Sponsor / TOC
- HS2 Ltd
Latest news & timeline
Dated updates from government announcements, Network Rail route plans, Parliament questions and official reports — newest first.
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Frequently asked questions
+What is the current status of the HS2 Phase 2a (Birmingham–Crewe)?
As of the latest published record, the HS2 Phase 2a (Birmingham–Crewe) is at the "Shelved" stage.
+Has the HS2 Phase 2a (Birmingham–Crewe) been sanctioned, and in which year?
Yes — the project was sanctioned in 2021.
+What is the estimated cost of the HS2 Phase 2a (Birmingham–Crewe)?
No sanctioned or estimated cost has been published for the HS2 Phase 2a (Birmingham–Crewe) yet.
+Where is the HS2 Phase 2a (Birmingham–Crewe) located and who runs it?
It sits on the West Midlands–Crewe. The train operating company / sponsor on record is HS2 Ltd. It covers England.
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