No trains between Bargoed and Rhymney: disruption expected until 19:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Tuesday 04 August 2026 at 16:41
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Last updated
Tuesday 04 August 2026 at 17:16
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
between Cardiff Queen Street and Rhymney
Description
There is a fire next to the track between Bargoed and Rhymney meaning the line is closed. Services running between Cardiff Queen Street and Rhymney will terminate at Bargoed.
Please note that some services between Cardiff Central and Rhymney are also cancelled due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
Disruption is expected until 19:00.
Customer advice:
You can use your ticket at no extra cost on Stagecoach bus services 51 and 53 between Bargoed and Rhymney.
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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