As from 17th May 2009, South West Trains' Liphook - Bordon Rail-Link Bus, in succession to the Winchester Station - Romsey Bus Link, will be withdrawn, raising the question of the temporary nature of such bus links? Although the bus route is treated as a rail service, no formal closure procedures seem to be required when withdrawing those links.

( There have been problems with Over 60 Concessionary Pass holders trying to obtain free rides but SWT have responded saying it is not part of the scheme and the bus services are actually run as a train service and only rail tickets are acceped ).