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Lines reopened: disruption between Bidston and Wrexham General expected until 12:00 

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Service alteration details

Incident reported: Friday 19 June 2026 at 09:02

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Last updated

Friday 19 June 2026 at 10:10

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Bidston and Wrexham Central

Description

Lines have reopened following a vehicle striking a bridge at Hawarden. Whilst service recovers, trains between Bidston and Wrexham General may still be cancelled or delayed between these stations.

This is expected until 12:00.

Customer advice:

Rail replacement buses will continue operate until trains are able to run between Bidston and Wrexham General, provided by Pats and Keanes.

Road transport will take longer than rail services. Please allow extra time to complete your journey.

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

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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 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.

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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