Buses replace trains between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey until approximately 13:00 

Route(s) affected

Between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey

Description

Slippery rails between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey mean that all lines are disrupted. As a result, trains running between these stations will be replaced by buses.

Disruption is expected until approximately until 13:00.

Customer advice:

Rail replacement is also in operation to shuttle between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey stopping at all stations on this line.

Your ticket will be accepted at no extra cost on Arriva bus route 321.

Additional information:

The line between St Albans Abbey and Watford Junction is currently closed as a result of a defect on the track. Engineers are investigating.

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.