Buses replace trains between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey today
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Thursday 22 January 2026 at 16:57
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Last updated
Thursday 22 January 2026 at 17:41
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey
Description
A fault on a train between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey means all lines are blocked. Trains running between these stations will be cancelled.
Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
Customer advice:
Tickets will be accepted on Arriva Buses on route 321 at no extra cost until 20:00.
Replacement buses are currently running 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.