Due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM):
Services will be cancelled in both directions between Cardiff Central (CDF) and Cheltenham Spa (CNM).
We expect the incident to last until the end of the day and disruption to services is expected from 06:10 until the end of the day.
What's Happened?
Due to a shortage of trains, fewer trains are able to run between Cardiff Central and Cheltenham Spa in both direcioins.
We apologise for the disruption caused to your journey.
Alternative Travel Options
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:
- CrossCountry between Cardiff Central and Cheltenham Spa
These arrangements are in place on services until the end of the day
If you decide to travel from a different station due to this disruption and need to return to that station later, you will also be able to use your existing ticket to do this at no extra cost.
We have organised buses to run between Cardiff Central and Cheltenham Spa in both directions to assist customers to complete journeys where possible at no extra cost. With this road replacement transport being provided by Cymru Coaches, Ferris Coaches and Teulu.
These arrangements are in place on services until the end of day
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
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.
