Portishead Branch Line (MetroWest Phase 1)
Reopening of the Portishead branch with new stations at Portishead and Pill.
- Sanction year
- 2022
- Sanctioned cost
- £152m
- Route / corridor
- Bristol–Portishead
- Sponsor / TOC
- Great Western Railway
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Frequently asked questions
+What is the current status of the Portishead Branch Line (MetroWest Phase 1)?
As of the latest published record, the Portishead Branch Line (MetroWest Phase 1) is at the "Sanctioned" stage.
+Has the Portishead Branch Line (MetroWest Phase 1) been sanctioned, and in which year?
Yes — the project was sanctioned in 2022.
+What is the estimated cost of the Portishead Branch Line (MetroWest Phase 1)?
The sanctioned or estimated cost on record is £152m.
+Where is the Portishead Branch Line (MetroWest Phase 1) located and who runs it?
It sits on the Bristol–Portishead. The train operating company / sponsor on record is Great Western Railway. It covers England.
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