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Buses replace trains between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey for the remainder for the day 

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Incident reported: Thursday 02 October 2025 at 21:16

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Last updated

Thursday 02 October 2025 at 22:16

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey

Description

The emergency services are dealing with an incident between London Euston and Watford Junction / Milton Keynes Central. As a result all lines are closed and trains are unable to run between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey and services will be replaced by buses.

Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

Customer advice:

You may use your ticket onboard the following services at no extra cost:

  • Arriva Buses on route 321 between Watford Junction and St Albans

  • Thameslink between London St Pancras International and St Albans City (please note, these services are also disrupted)

Rail replacement transport has been requested to operate. Further details will follow once confirmed.

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 set-down 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.