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Wales Online
3 days ago
- Wales Online
Cardiff railway station to close until next year for major upgrades
Cardiff railway station to close until next year for major upgrades Transport for Wales (TfW) said the upgrade is needed to accommodate the new electric trains The station will close until next year in order for essential upgrades (Image: Transport for Wales ) A railway station in Cardiff is set to close for the rest of the year in order for major upgrades to take place. Transport for Wales (TfW) said Ty Glas station and its level crossing will be closed from Saturday, July 19. The level crossing will reopen following the completion of necessary safety upgrades, but the station will be closed for longer and isn't expected to reopen for another 10 months. According to TfW, the works are necessary to accommodate the new electric trains that will be introduced as part of the South Wales Metro project. Never miss a Cardiff story and sign up to our newsletter here. Chief infrastructure officer at TfW, Dan Tipper, said: "The temporary closure of Ty Glas station and its level crossing is a necessary step in our commitment to ensuring the safety of our passengers as we prepare to introduce brand-new tri-mode trains onto the Coryton line. 'These upgrades will not only support the introduction of our new electric trains but also bring long-term benefits to the community by improving the safety of the level crossing, which is more important than ever following the introduction of these much quieter trains.' Works to the station itself will involve a 16-metre platform extension. Article continues below The safety enhancements to the level crossing will see the floor of the crossing replaced and the creation of a new pathway that leads from the station to the crossing. During the station closure, passengers will be directed to Birchgrove station, which is about a 10-minute walk away from Ty Glas. Those needing to cross over the railway whilst the level crossing is closed will be directed to use the Caerphilly Road bridge. Work is already well under way to electrify the Coryton and Rhymney lines in Cardiff, also part of the South Wales Metro project. South Wales Metro is TfW's scheme to develop an integrated public transport service involving buses, trams and trains. The upgrading of lines, which are part of what's known as the Core Valleys Lines, forms an integral part of the Metro project. As part of this work, 170km of track is being electrified, including lines to Aberdare, Coryton, Merthyr Tydfil, Rhymney and Treherbert. Work also involves upgrading stations and developing new ones. Get Cardiff news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here . We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions, and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice Article continues below
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Major railway station used by 100,000 each year set to close for 10 months for upgrade works
The works form part of a £800 million investment in new trains across the country OFF THE RAILS Major railway station used by 100,000 each year set to close for 10 months for upgrade works A MAJOR railways station used by 100,000 passengers each year is set to close for 10 months for improvement works. No trains will run from Ty Glas station in Cardiff until spring 2026, Transport for Wales said. 1 Ty Glas railway station is shut for major upgrades Credit: Improvements will include five new, quieter Class 756 tri-mode trains rolled out on the Croyton and Caerphilly to Penarth lines and a new level crossing at the station. During the works, passengers will be directed to nearby Birchgrove station where they can seek alternative routes. While those needing to cross the railway will be diverted towards the Caerphilly Road bridge. The improvement works form part of the Welsh government's £800 million investment in new trains across the country. Dan Tipper, chief infrastructure officer at Transport for Wales, said: "The temporary closure of Ty Glas station and its level crossing is a necessary step in our commitment to ensuring the safety of our passengers as we prepare to introduce brand-new tri-mode trains onto the Coryton line. Further details, including diversion routes, are available on the authority's website. This comes as it was announced that no trains will run through or stop at Huddersfield station in West Yorkshire between August 30 and September 29. The works are set to spark travel chaos for the roughly 300,000 travellers who use the station each month. After the closure, just three of the six current platforms will reopen on a temporary basis. New £18m Scots train station near Glasgow set to open next year This is to allow for work on the multibillion-pound Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) to continue. Gareth Hope, TRU sponsor, said the scheme would be "key to improving the journeys of millions of people across the north." Network Rail says the closure will allow developers to remodel the track and platforms. This change will "transform the layout of the station and enable more trains with more seats to run through the area on a greener, more reliable railway". The works will also enable future upgrades at the busy station to take place, including the restoration of its Grade II listed tea rooms. A new footbridge is also planned to be installed at West Yorkshire's second busiest station in the future, as part of its £70 million internal modernisation project. Huddersfield station has already completed some of its restorative work, which began in November 2023, with the terminus' canopy roof having its refurbishment finished up in April. The station's modernisation programme is due to be complete by 2027.
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Major railway station used by 100,000 each year set to close for 10 months for upgrade works
A MAJOR railways station used by 100,000 passengers each year is set to close for 10 months for improvement works. No trains will run from Ty Glas station in Cardiff until spring 2026, Transport for Wales said. Advertisement 1 Ty Glas railway station is shut for major upgrades Credit: Improvements will include five new, quieter Class 756 tri-mode trains rolled out on the Croyton and Caerphilly to Penarth lines and a new During the works, passengers will be directed to nearby Birchgrove station where they can seek alternative routes. While those needing to cross the railway will be diverted towards the Caerphilly Road bridge. The improvement works form part of the Welsh government's £800 million investment in new trains across the country. Advertisement Read more on News Dan Tipper, chief infrastructure officer at Transport for Wales, said: "The temporary closure of Ty Glas station and its level crossing is a necessary step in our commitment to ensuring the safety of our passengers as we prepare to introduce brand-new tri-mode trains onto the Coryton line. Further details, including diversion routes, are available on the authority's website. This comes as it was announced that no trains will run through or stop at Huddersfield station in West Yorkshire between August 30 and September 29. The works are set to spark travel chaos for the roughly 300,000 travellers who use the station each month. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Breaking After the closure, New £18m Scots train station near Glasgow set to open next year This is to allow for work on the multibillion-pound Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) to continue. Gareth Hope, TRU sponsor, said the scheme would be "key to improving the journeys of millions of people across the north." Network Rail says the closure will allow developers to remodel the track and platforms. Advertisement This change will "transform the layout of the station and enable more trains with more seats to run through the area on a greener, more reliable railway". The works will also enable future upgrades at the busy station to take place, including the restoration of its Grade II listed tea rooms. A new footbridge is also planned to be installed at West Yorkshire's second busiest station in the future , as part of its £70 million internal modernisation project. Huddersfield station has already completed some of its restorative work, which began in November 2023, with the terminus' canopy roof having its refurbishment finished up in April. Advertisement The station's modernisation programme is due to be complete by 2027.
The Sun
6 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Major railway station used by 100,000 each year set to close for 10 months for upgrade works
A MAJOR railways station used by 100,000 passengers each year is set to close for 10 months for improvement works. No trains will run from Ty Glas station in Cardiff station until spring 2026, Transport for Wales said. 1 Improvements will include five new, quieter Class 756 tri-mode trains rolled out on the Croyton and Caerphilly to Penarth lines and a new level crossing at the station. During the works, passengers will be directed to nearby Birchgrove station where they can seek alternative routes. While those needing to cross the railway will be diverted towards the Caerphilly Road bridge. The improvement works form part of the Welsh government's £800 million investment in new trains across the country. Dan Tipper, chief infrastructure officer at Transport for Wales, said: "The temporary closure of Ty Glas station and its level crossing is a necessary step in our commitment to ensuring the safety of our passengers as we prepare to introduce brand-new tri-mode trains onto the Coryton line. Further details, including diversion routes, are available on the authority's website. This comes as it was announced that no trains will run through or stop at Huddersfield station in West Yorkshire between August 30 and September 29. The works are set to spark travel chaos for the roughly 300,000 travellers who use the station each month. After the closure, just three of the six current platforms will reopen on a temporary basis. This is to allow for work on the multibillion-pound Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) to continue. Gareth Hope, TRU sponsor, said the scheme would be "key to improving the journeys of millions of people across the north." Network Rail says the closure will allow developers to remodel the track and platforms. This change will "transform the layout of the station and enable more trains with more seats to run through the area on a greener, more reliable railway". The works will also enable future upgrades at the busy station to take place, including the restoration of its Grade II listed tea rooms. A new footbridge is also planned to be installed at West Yorkshire's second busiest station in the future, as part of its £70 million internal modernisation project. Huddersfield station has already completed some of its restorative work, which began in November 2023, with the terminus' canopy roof having its refurbishment finished up in April. The station's modernisation programme is due to be complete by 2027.
Wales Online
18-06-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
'Totally nauseating for the majority of people in Wales' Cardiff tram plan sparks criticism
'Totally nauseating for the majority of people in Wales' Cardiff tram plan sparks criticism "When are they ever going to spend money in other parts of Wales that are falling apart?' Trams are seen as a more sustainable form of transport (Image: The Urbanists ) Wales Online readers are somewhat sceptical about plans for Cardiff to welcome its first trams in decades and the opening of a new railway station off Newport Road. The city council has unveiled five images depicting the initial phase of Cardiff's new tram system, which is slated to open in 2028. The Welsh and UK governments have agreed to fund the £100m first phase of the project, dubbed Cardiff Crossrail, which will see tram-trains running from Central station down to the Bay. The plans involve some traffic re-routing around Callaghan Square, which is the path the trams will take from the central station down to the Bay. The hope is to construct a short piece of linking track that would allow tram trains to continue onto the existing rail network, enabling services to run further afield. However, these long-term visions hinge on future funding, which is not believed to be included in the Chancellor's £445m spending commitment announced in last week's spending review. The Chancellor's announcement did include funding for a junction at Cardiff west, which is crucial to the future plans by allowing an increase in the number of services able to run on the City and Coryton lines to four an hour. The aim is for the first phase of the new tram link, running from Cardiff Central Station to Cardiff Bay, to be operational by the summer of 2028. Dan Tipper, Chief Infrastructure Officer at Transport for Wales, expressed his hopes for the new tramway: "Our ambition is that the new tramway will contribute towards a more sustainable transport network for Cardiff, which will encourage more people to leave their cars at home and instead choose more sustainable ways to travel." Article continues below Commenter TaffintheRaf says: 'In China, once a project has been given the go ahead, the applicants have a maximum of 5 years to complete the work otherwise there are huge penalties. Surely, since the money has been allocated, the whole project can be finished in 5 years?' StevenBoyd is not convinced: 'It took nine years to build a bus station which is totally unsuitable and requires a half mile walk if connecting with a coach.' Taf1956 agrees: '"Will" will soon change to "probably won't" as the planning process drags on for a decade or so, at great expense of course. With loads of money going to "consultants" before the whole idea is shelved.' IronPaws writes: 'This will just be serving empty office buildings. When are they ever going to spend money in other parts of Wales that are falling apart?' Jackambition agrees: 'Any chance we could have a tram from Swansea Marina to Mumbles to replace the Mumbles train or does Wales finish in Cardiff?' Littlenell adds: 'Can we have the Carmarthen to Aberystwyth line re-instated please, as the good people of Cardiff can probably walk or cycle the length of the tram line?' Ilco feels it is: 'Totally nauseating for the majority of people in Wales whose transport services are so bad that they could not get anywhere close to Cardiff without a car.' Barrian asks: 'Why not just buy loads of buses which can go anywhere in Wales (and beyond)? All this money just so the AMs don't have to walk a couple of hundred metres from Cardiff Bay station.' Davebuses agrees: 'The 'ambition' is to extend from Bute Street to Pierhead Street - a five minute walk. Surely up Saint Mary Street to the castle would be far more useful?' Scarsdaleblue wonders: 'Are the roads wide enough to cope with cars, bike lanes and trams?' Bobbythegunner replies: 'Cars will be banned. It's the next step. Have you not seen the thin end of the wedge over the past few years?' Migwan points out: 'The bottom line is - people will leave their cars at home if there's reliable and affordable public transport. Something that the trains are not. Hopefully they'll get the money together to fully fund it how they want it and not just be a single phased pipe dream.' Article continues below Windway thinks: 'Reducing vehicle access east/west further is a big mistake, we never see a plan to widen, construct, repair or improve a road. Blinkered transport plan as usual.' How do you feel about the new tram plans? Do you think it will work and will it come to fruition? Have your say in our comments section.
