No trains between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey until approximately 09:30
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Saturday 17 January 2026 at 06:27
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Last updated
Saturday 17 January 2026 at 06:48
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey
Description
A fault on the train between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey means that the line is blocked. As a result, trains running between these station will be cancelled.
This is expected until approximately 09:30.
Customer advice:
Rail replacement transport has been requested.
You may use your ticket at no extra cost on the Arriva Buses local 321.
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.