That station on the former Filton airfield site will serve the new Aviva Arena – which is expected to open in 2028 – and a nearby conference centre, 15-acre park, schools, leisure facilities and 6,500 homes.
“We’re renewing track that will bring passenger services back to the Henbury and Portishead lines for the first time in over 60 years, supporting local communities and economic growth,” said Nia Watkins of Network Rail.
Rail operators have warned passengers to check before they travel and leave plenty of time as all services between south Wales and the south of England will be affected until 9 June.
Some south Wales to London trains will continue to operate directly but will take about 45 minutes longer and go via Gloucester – except on Sunday 24 May.