RAIL passengers planning to use Sunday train services in January and February may be affected by upgrade work on the South Wales main line.

Some Sunday services in the region will be replaced with buses throughout early 2019 while Network Rail carries out what it called "essential upgrade work".

Replacement bus services will operate on services between these stations on the following dates:

  • Sunday, January 20 – between Newport and Bridgend
  • Sunday, February 3 – between Cardiff Central and Ebbw Vale
  • Sunday, February 10 – between Newport and Bridgend
  • Sunday, February 17 – between Cardiff Central and Cwmbran, and between Ebbw Vale Town and Severn Tunnel Junction

Further work is planned for March and April. Network Rail is also carrying out essential maintenance work on the Valley Lines during this time.

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Dan Tipper, project director for Network Rail, said: “We would like to thank passengers for their patience and understanding while we deliver this work as part of our Railway Upgrade Plan.

“Once complete, the modernisation will enable Intercity Express Trains to run between London and Cardiff on electricity, improving journeys for passengers and creating a quieter environment for lineside neighbours.

“We are working closely with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway and other partners to ensure passengers are able to get to where they need to be during this major modernisation work.”

For the latest travel advice, passengers are advised to check www.nationalrail.co.uk

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