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Disruption between Abercynon and Aberdare expected until 22:00 

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Incident reported: Wednesday 24 June 2026 at 19:34

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Last updated

Wednesday 24 June 2026 at 20:40

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Merthyr Tydfil / Cardiff Central and Aberdare

Description

A fault with the signalling system between Abercynon and Aberdare is causing disruption. As a result, trains running between these stations may be cancelled, delayed or revised.

Disruption is expected until 22:00

Customer advice:

You can use the following local bus services between Pontypridd and Aberdare to help you complete your journey, at no extra cost:


Pay as you go

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Compensation:

You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.

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