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Buses replace trains between Cardiff Central and Penarth / Barry / Barry Island / Bridgend before 12:30 on Sunday 13 September 

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Engineering work details

Starts Sunday 13 September 2026 to Sunday 13 September 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Transport for Wales between Rhymney / Bargoed / Caerphilly / Cardiff Central and Barry Island, between Cardiff Central and Penarth / Bridgend, and between Coryton and Penarth

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Cardiff Central and Penarth / Barry Island, closing all lines before 12:30.

Before 12:30:

Buses will replace trains between:

  • Cardiff Central and Penarth

  • Cardiff Central and Barry

  • Cardiff Central and Barry Island

  • Cardiff Central and Bridgend

Check before you travel:

You can plan your journey using the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner.

Replacement bus travel advice:

For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.

You can find the pick-up and drop-off location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.

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