Updated at: 22-Sep-2025 16:50:33: PM
Operator: Transport for Wales
Routes affected:
Transport for Wales between Hereford / Cardiff Central and Carmarthen, between Cardiff Central and Milford Haven, between Manchester Piccadilly and Swansea, and also between Cardiff Central and Barry Island
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Description of Incident
Engineering work is taking place between Cardiff Central and Bridgend, closing all lines via Pontyclun.
After 22:35 on Sunday, trains that normally run via Pontyclun will be diverted to run via Barry.
Additionally, the 22:29 Cardiff Central to Barry Island and the 23:02 Barry Island to Cardiff Central services will both be retimed by a few minutes to allow space for the diverted train services.
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This page created on: 22-Sep-2025 14:44:41: PM