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Lines reopened: disruption between Cardiff Queen Street and Radyr expected until 16:15 

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Service alteration details

Incident reported: Wednesday 26 August 2026 at 14:28

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Last updated

Wednesday 26 August 2026 at 15:32

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Trains between Aberdare and Merthyr Tydfil, and between Cardiff Central and Treherbert, and also between Cardiff Bay and Pontypridd

Description

Following a fault with the signalling system between Cardiff Queen Street and Radyr all lines have reopened. As service recovers, trains may still be delayed by up to 20 minutes or revised.

Disruption is expected until 16:15.

Customer advice:

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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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