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Buses replace trains after 23:45 between Cardiff Central and Barry Island / Ystrad Mynach on Monday 22, Tuesday 23, Wednesday 24 and Friday 26 June 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 22 June 2026 to Friday 26 June 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Cardiff Central and Barry Island / Ystrad Mynach

Description

Engineering work is taking place overnight between Cardiff Central and Barry Island / Ystrad Mynach on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights and on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, closing some lines.

Buses will replace late night / early morning trains between Cardiff Central and Barry Island / Ystrad Mynach. Service is unaffected on Thursday night due to an event in Cardiff.

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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