Two Welsh stations have been shortlisted for the "World Cup of Stations 2025" as the event enters its final stage. Some 20 stations are going head-to-head for the title of Most Life-Changing Station. Hosted by Rail Delivery Group, the competition gives the public the chance to decide which station deserves the crown, drawing on everything from sporting … [Read more...]
TfW says it still has much to improve
We know there is still much to improve and remain focused on improving rail performance, Transport for Wales has stated following criticism of its services. Its statement came after the operator was shown to have one of the worst reliability records in Britain with cancellations well above the British average and an MS suggested Cardiff Council should … [Read more...]
Newslines 10 September
Transport for Wales (TfW) and InPost, have joined forces to bring parcel lockers to seven stations across the South Wales network. The introduction of these lockers will allow customers to conveniently send and receive parcels with their daily commute or journey and initially are at Rhymney Station, Caerphilly Station, Radyr Station, Merthyr Tydfil Station, … [Read more...]
Newslines 1 September
Motorists are failing MOTs for a wide range of obscure reasons, according to eBay, the UK’s largest online marketplace for vehicle parts and accessories. While suspension faults topped the list for overall failures - with broken springs accounting for more than 821,991 unsuccessful MOTs – 394 vehicles were failed for ‘missing’ suspension springs, … [Read more...]
New electric trains added to S Wales services
New electric trains offering travellers an improved customer experience are now being used on Transport for Wales services between Coryton, Caerphilly and Penarth. An additional five new tri-mode Class 756 trains, which are part of the Welsh Government’s £800m investment in new trains, will join the fleet that are already transforming passenger’s … [Read more...]
Cardiff concerts warning for travellers
Train and bus services into and out of Cardiff will be disrupted this summer with a number of music events taking place in the city. Music fans are being encouraged to add journey planning to their pre-gig routine with train travel expected to be very popular for up-coming events in Cardiff. Chris Brown, Lana Del Rey and two nights of Oasis’ sold-out tour … [Read more...]
Barry train depot reopens
Passenger train drivers are once again based in Barry for the first time since the 1990s after work was completed on their depot. The move sees the number of people working at Barry rise to 58. Transport for Wales took over the depot in 2022 and have been proceeding to develop it alongside partners in Network Rail. Some 39 drivers will be based there … [Read more...]
Severn Tunnel closure for two weeks
People using the railway network are being warned of disruption as "vital" work to the Severn Tunnel's overhead power lines is due to start. The tunnel will be closed from today for 11 days, until 20 June, with reduced train services in place and bus replacements operated on some services. Trains between London and South Wales will stop at Gloucester … [Read more...]
Network North Wales Metro plan unveiled
An ambitious vision to deliver an integrated, high-frequency public transport network for North Wales, with frequent metro services at its heart, has been unveiled. Network North Wales is a bold passenger-focussed programme of work to better connect communities, with more rail and bus services and greater integration. It aims to maximise opportunity and … [Read more...]
Transport investment vital to makes Wales thrive
Investing in transport is vital for a thriving Wales, says Professor Joe Yates, Vice-Chancellor of Wrexham University. He will be hosting influential transport and business leaders from across Wales and England on Thursday and Friday when the institution plays host to Transport for Wales’ first Public Transport Summit. The two-day event will look to unlock … [Read more...]
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