Essential rail improvement work to take place between Llandrindod and Llanwrtyd this April

Buses will replace trains between Llandrindod Wells and Llandovery, on the Heart of Wales line, later this month.

Network Rail has announced it will be carrying out essential work between Llandrindod and Llanwrtyd this April.

It will include vegetation management and level crossing maintenance, helping to keep the railway safe and reliable for passengers and freight customers.

This means buses will replace trains between Llandrindod and Llandovery from Saturday, April 18 to Thursday, April 23.

An amended train service will run between Llandovery and Carmarthen/Swansea

Some services will be retimed, running earlier or later than usual

Passengers are urged to plan ahead and check before they travel, as journey times may be longer.

A Network Rail spokesperson said, “This essential work will help us maintain a safe and reliable railway for everyone who uses the Heart of Wales line. We’re sorry for any inconvenience caused and thank passengers for their patience while we carry out these improvements.”

Passengers can check the latest travel information with their train operator or via National Rail Enquiries.