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Lines reopened: disruption between Newport (South Wales) and Hereford expected until 15:30 

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Service alteration details

Incident reported: Friday 12 June 2026 at 13:05

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Last updated

Friday 12 June 2026 at 14:05

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Pembroke Dock / Milford Haven / Fishguard Harbour and Manchester Piccadilly, and also between Cardiff Central and Holyhead / Chester / Manchester Piccadilly

Description

All lines have now reopened following an earlier trespass incident at Cwmbran. Trains running between Newport (South Wales) and Hereford may continue to be delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised.

Disruption is expected until 15:30.

Customer advice:

You may use your ticket on Avanti West Coast and Northern services between Crewe and Manchester Piccadilly at no extra cost.

You can check services running in the area using the Transport for Wales Live Map.

If you're using Pay As You Go, don't forget to tap out if you abandon your journey or use an alternative service or mode of transport.

Check before you travel:

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

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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