An independent rail firm is hoping to launch a rival train service in Wales which they say will slash journey times between Carmarthen and London. Grand Union Trains is making a fresh bid to introduce an initial service in both directions between Cardiff and London on the existing Great Western line.
The company believes the move will “create passenger choice" and increase the number of trains available, with the hope that the service can be extended west in south Wales towards Carmarthen. You can get the latest WalesOnline newsletters e-mailed to you directly for free by signing up here.
The plans will also see the creation of a new station at Felindre, near the M4, and bypass Swansea train station altogether, cutting travel time for those travelling to or from Carmarthen and Llanelli, while the new station will also be home to a park and ride facility for around 500 vehicles.
