Reduced service between Bidston and Wrexham General expected until the end of the day
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Thursday 13 August 2026 at 15:00
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Last updated
Thursday 13 August 2026 at 15:34
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Bidston and Wrexham General
Description
More trains than usual needing repairs at the same time between Bidston and Wrexham General means a reduced service will run. As a result, some trains will be cancelled.
We expected this to continue until the end of the day.
Customer advice:
Transport for Wales are currently sourcing rail replacement. Please check back later or operator details.
Alternative Travel Options:
Rail replacement will be provided by Keanes coaches. Please see departure times below:
Departure times from Wrexham Central - 16:34 (from Wrexham General), 17:42, 19:46 (from Wrexham General), 21:53
Departure times from Bidston - 15:34, 16:21, 17:51, 18:47, 20:47
Your ticket can be used on the following alternative routes to help you complete your journey, with the Train Operating Companies listed below at no extra cost:
Between Bidston and Chester via Liverpool Lime Street with Merseyrail
This arrangement is in place until the end of the day.
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 drop-off 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.
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