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Buses replace trains between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey until the end of the day 

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Incident reported: Monday 01 December 2025 at 21:44

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Last updated

Monday 01 December 2025 at 22:21

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey

Description

A tree blocking the railway between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey means all lines are closed. As a result, trains will be cancelled.

Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

Customer advice:

Rail replacement transport is in operation between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey.

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.