Due to a safety inspection of the track between Harlech (HRL) and Barmouth (BRM):
Services may be delayed by up to 60 minutes.
Services may be cancelled in both directions between Machynlleth (MCN) and Pwllheli (PWL).
We expect the incident to last until 16:00 and disruption to services is expected until 16:00.
What's Happened?
We have been made aware of an issue with the track between Harlech and Barmouth.
For safety, train services are currently unable to run through the area.
Our colleagues at Network Rail are aware and staff are currently working to resolve the issue.
We will publish more information here, once we have received an update from Network Rail.
We are currently sourcing rail replacement. Please check back later.
Alternative Travel Options:
Customers can use local bus services to complete journeys where possible at no extra cost:
T2 between Machynlleth and Bangor with Traws Cymru
T3 between Barmouth and Dolgellau
G21 between Machynlleth and Dolgellau
G23 between Barmouth and Minffordd
Customers travelling on T2 Traws Cymru buses to Bangor can connect with Transport for Wales rail services from Bangor to Birmimgham via Shrewsbury at no extra cost.
Find details of these services using the journey planner at www.traveline.cymru.
These arrangements are in place on services until 18:00.
Road Rail Replacement
We are also sourcing rail replacement for cancelled rail services.
The 12:51 Machynlleth to Pwllheli services will be provided by Lloyds Coaches.
The 13:38 Pwllheli to Machynlleth service will be provided by Clynnog and Lloyds Coaches. Please note this rail replacement service is not expected to depart Pwllheli until approximately 14:20.
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.