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No late night trains via Pontyclun on Monday 29 June or Thursday 2 July 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 29 June 2026 to Thursday 02 July 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Transport for Wales between Cardiff Central and Maesteg / Carmarthen

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Cardiff Central and Bridgend, closing all lines via Pontyclun on Monday and Thursday nights.

On Monday and Thursday evenings only, after 22:20, trains that usually run via Pontyclun will be diverted to run via Barry, extending journey times. Replacement buses will run between Cardiff Central and Bridgend via Pontyclun, serving intermediate stations.

On Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, trains will run as normal.

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 set-down 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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