Due to a fault on a train between Wrexham Central (WXC) and Bidston (BID):
We expect the incident to last until 01:00 on 24/09/2026 and disruption to services is expected from 20:47 until 01:00 on 24/09/2026.
We have been made aware of a fault on a train, affecting the running of our services between Wrexham Central and Bidston.
As a result, the following services have been cancelled:
- 20:47 Bidston to Wrexham Central
- 21:52 Wrexham Central to Bidston
- 22:58 Bidston and Wrexham General
Our services between Wrexham Central and Bidston are disrupted in both directions.
We expect the incident to be cleared by 01:00. Train services will be disrupted until 01:00.
Alternative Travel Options:
We have organised buses to run between Wrexham Central and Bidston to assist customers to complete journeys where possible at no extra cost. These will arrive at:
- Wrexham Central at approximately 21:52 provided by Lakeside, calling all stops to Bidston. This service will then call additionally at Birkenhead North.
- Birkenhead North at approximately 23:30 provided by Lakeside, calling at Bidston and then all stops to Wrexham General.
These arrangements are in place on services until 01:00.
Road Transport will take longer than rail services. Please allow extra time to complete your journey.
For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please visit National Rail’s https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/travel-information/rail-replacement-services/
Calling points for road transport may be found on station information posters and https://tfw.wales/places/stations
Please check back here for more information shortly. We apologise for the disruption caused to your journey.
Further Information
If one of our trains is delayed or cancelled and you arrive at your destination station more than 15 minutes later than scheduled, you can claim compensation through 'Delay Repay'. Delay Repay | TfW
For more information on what causes delays on the railway, visit Network Rail’s Delays Explained website.
Check services running in the area using the Transport for Wales Live Map or plan your journey and purchase tickets for any service, not just TfW at www.tfw.wales.
Services from other operators and on other parts of the network may also be disrupted. Check your journey at www.tfw.wales.
If you decide not to travel because of this disruption and your ticket is unused, you can obtain a fee free refund from wherever you purchased your ticket.
