Man dies after trains collide on Cambrian Line near Llanbrynmair
On Monday evening (October 21st), a tragic accident occurred on the Cambrian Line near the village of Llanbrynmair, where two Transport for Wales trains collided, resulting in the death of one passenger and injuries to 15 others. During the rescue…
Training on new tri-mode trains ‘progressing well,’ says TfW
Driver training for Transport for Wales’ brand-new tri-mode trains is progressing well ahead of their planned introduction later this year. The Class 756 trains, built by Stadler, are now regularly being seen on the network in South Wales as drivers…
Passenger numbers up 1.6m at Transport for Wales
Transport for Wales (TfW) recorded the largest rise in passenger numbers out of all the UK’s train operators this spring, up 27% on the previous year. Newly published data shows that between April and June this year, 7.6 million journeys…
‘Proper tidy’ rise in customers on trains to Barry Island following return of Gavin and Stacey
Barry Island is seeing a ‘proper tidy’ rise in customers as new trains and the return of some old favourites give the area a welcome boost. More than 100,000 people caught the train to the Island in July and August,…
Coryton line closes for electrification and planned infrastructure work
Over the past months, Transport for Wales has increased its engineering work along the Coryton line in preparation for electrifying the line in early November 2024. This marks a significant milestone in the South Wales Metro programme and will allow…
Contactless payment method for Rail Travel extended to Maesteg Line
Contactless tap in, tap out ‘Pay As You Go’ rail payment option has now been extended to the Maesteg line (from Mon 30th Sept). Making it faster, easier and cheaper to travel, Transport for Wales launched the scheme in January…
Welsh Gov painting rosier picture of TfW despite bailouts and losses
The Conservatives’ shadow transport secretary accused the Welsh Government of painting a rosy picture of Transport for Wales that could hardly be further from the truth. Natasha Asghar criticised a Welsh Government statement for singing the praises of TfW…
New earlier services for Cardiff Half Marathon runners
Runners competing in the Cardiff Half Marathon this October will be able to catch the train in for the start for the first time ever. More than 20,000 are expected to compete on 6 October. Traditionally the race has always…
Transport for Wales announce UK’s first dog treat menu
Transport for Wales (TfW) is pleased to announce the launch of a new dog treat menu – a UK first for the rail network. With the increasing popularity of dog-friendly destinations across the Wales and the Borders network, TfW has…
Additional Rail Services for Wales V Turkey
Transport for Wales (TfW) is providing additional rail services for fans traveling to Cardiff for the Wales V Turkey game this Friday. TfW has been working closely with the FAW to prioritise and strengthen services for fans travelling in and…