Incident resolved between Chester and Llandudno Junction: disruption is expected until the end of the day
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Saturday 14 February 2026 at 18:48
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Last updated
Saturday 14 February 2026 at 19:59
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Avanti West Coast between London Euston and Holyhead
Transport for Wales between Manchester Oxford Road / Birmingham New Street / Crewe / Chester / Cardiff Central and Holyhead, and also between Birmingham International and Llandudno
Description
The emergency services have now safely dealt with the earlier incident between Rhyl and Colwyn Bay, allowing all lines running between Chester and Llandudno Junction to reopen.
Until service fully recovers, trains may still be delayed by up to 50 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
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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.