Disruption between Raydr and Treherbert / Aberdare / Merthyr Tydfil expected until 18:30
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Saturday 23 May 2026 at 12:46
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Last updated
Saturday 23 May 2026 at 13:50
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Raydr and Treherbert / Aberdare / Merthyr Tydfil
Description
A person has been hit by a train between Radyr and Pontypridd. To allow the emergency services to safely carry out their work, all lines between these stations are closed.
Trains running between Raydr and Treherbert / Aberdare / Merthyr Tydfil may be cancelled, delayed by up to 40 minutes or revised.
If you've been affected by what happened on the network today, there is always someone to talk to. You can contact the Samaritans on 116 123 from any phone for a confidential chat.
This is expected to cause disruption until 18:30.
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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.
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