The line is to be built in a "Y" configuration in two phases, with construction work on the first phase set to begin in 2017, reach Birmingham by 2026, and be completed in 2033.
The line is in a "Y" configuration to be built in two phases. Construction work on the first phase of HS2 is set to begin in 2017 with an indicated opening date of 2026 to Birmingham and 2027 to Crewe, while completion of the entire network is expected in 2033.