Projects · Rail
Digbeth / Eastside, Birmingham (Bull Street to High Street Deritend)·Under wayRail
West Midlands Metro, Birmingham Eastside Extension
- StagePhase One open to passengers (5 April 2026, two stops); Phase Two under construction
- Next milestoneSection 3 (HS2/Curzon Street area) works due to start towards the end of 2026
- Last checked1 November 2026
What has changed on this project, and when
- Next milestone: Section 3 (HS2/Curzon Street area) works due to start towards the end of 20262 November 2026 · previously: Section 3 (HS2/Curzon Street area) works starting end of 2026
- Stage: Phase One open to passengers (5 April 2026, two stops); Phase Two under construction2 November 2026 · previously: Phase 1 open; Phase 2 in active construction
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