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Buses replace trains between Cardiff Central and Penarth / Barry Island on Sunday 8 November

Planned Updated: 28 Aug 2026 10:53

Engineering work is taking place between Cardiff Central and Penarth / Cadoxton, closing all lines.

All day on Sunday, buses will replace trains between Cardiff Central and Penarth / Barry Island:

  • 1 bus per hour between Cardiff Central and Penarth
  • 2 buses per hour between Cardiff Central and Barry Island

Check before you travel:

You can plan your journey using the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner.

Replacement bus travel advice:

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.