Due to a fault on a train between Llanharan (LLR) and Bridgend (BGN):
Services may be delayed by up to 30 minutes.
We expect the incident to last until 19:30 and disruption to services is expected until 19:30.
What's Happened?
Following a train fault on one of our services between Llanharan and Bridged, services are now able to run.
Residual delays and cancellation expected until normal service resumes.
Our 17:27 service from Swansea to Cardiff Central has been cancelled. Rail replacement will be provided for this service by AC Jenkins and Francis.
Due to the late running of our Milford Haven service following this incident, our 18:40 Haverfordwest service to Milford Haven will be cancelled. Rail replacement will be provided by Evans.
Our 19:01 Milford Haven to Haverfordwest service is also cancelled. Rail replacement will be provided by Evans.
You can use your rail ticket on the bus at no extra cost.
Please note, road transport will take longer than rail services. Please allow extra time to complete your journey.
For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please visit National Rail’s https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/travel-information/rail-replacement-services/
Calling points for road transport may be found on station information posters and https://tfw.wales/places/stations
We apologise for the disruption caused to your journey.
Alternative Travel Options:
Your ticket can be used on the following alternative routes to help you complete your journey, with the Train Operating Companies listed below at no extra cost:
- GWR - Between Cardiff Central and Swansea
These arrangements are in place on services until 19:00
If you decide to travel from a different station due to this disruption and need to return to that station later, you will also be able to use your existing ticket to do this at no extra cost.
Further Information
If one of our trains is delayed or cancelled and you arrive at your destination station more than 15 minutes later than scheduled, you can claim compensation through 'Delay Repay'. Delay Repay | TfW
For more information on what causes delays on the railway, visit Network Rail’s Delays Explained website.
Check services running in the area using the Transport for Wales Live Map or plan your journey and purchase tickets for any service, not just TfW at www.tfw.wales.
Pay As You Go
If you're using Pay As You Go, don't forget to tap out if you abandon your journey or use an alternative service or mode of transport.
Services from other operators and on other parts of the network may also be disrupted. Check your journey at www.tfw.wales.
