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No trains between Machynlleth and Aberystwyth until approximately 13:00 

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Service alteration details

Incident reported: Wednesday 06 May 2026 at 09:57

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Last updated

Wednesday 06 May 2026 at 10:07

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Birmingham International / Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth

Description

An obstruction on the track between Machynlleth and Aberystwyth means all lines are blocked. Trains running between these stations will be cancelled.

Disruption is expected until 13:00.

Customer advice:

A replacement bus will be provided for the 09:27 Aberystwyth to Machynlleth service. Transport for Wales are currently sourcing replacement road transport for later services.

Please note, road transport will take longer than rail journeys. Please allow extra time to complete your journey.

Check services running in the area using the Transport for Wales Live Map.

Check before you travel:

You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.

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.

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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