A Valleys train line will close for up to a year as work on the new South Wales Metro continues. The transformation of the Treherbert Line will mean the route between Pontypridd and Treherbert will be closed from April 30 until early 2024.
The closures has been brought in to allow for the latest phase of engineering work to continue on the South Wales Metro. The project involves the electrification of the core Valley lines (from Treherbert, Aberdare, Merthyr and Rhymney into Cardiff), as well as the Coryton and city lines through the capital down to Cardiff Bay.
As train services between Pontypridd and Treherbert won't be available during this time, Transport for Wales (TfW) will be offering 50% off the cost of travel for bus replacement services for people living in the Rhondda. The offer will apply for journeys on the line, journeys between stations on the line and locations through to Cardiff Central. TfW will be providing further details on how people can take up this offer in the coming weeks. Get the latest transport news from WalesOnline sent straight to your inbox by signing up to our free newsletter.
