Train services between Machynlleth and Pwllheli have been suspended for the rest of the day after a signalling fault brought the line to a halt.
Passengers are facing widespread disruption on Sunday (June 7) with all services cancelled in both directions on the Cambrian Coast line while engineers work to fix the problem.
Train operator Transport for Wales said the issue is affecting the signalling system between Machynlleth and Pwllheli, meaning trains cannot safely pass through the area.
Technicians from Network Rail and Amey Infrastructure are on their way to investigate and carry out repairs.
Disruption is expected to continue until the end of the day, with services unlikely to fully resume before then.
Replacement buses in place
Rail replacement buses have been arranged to help passengers complete their journeys at no extra cost. Services will run at the following times:
- 14:53 from Machynlleth (all stations to Pwllheli)
- 15:01 from Barmouth (all stations to Machynlleth)
- 15:59 from Barmouth (all stations to Pwllheli)
- 17:36 from Pwllheli (all stations to Machynlleth)
- 18:34 from Barmouth (all stations to Machynlleth)
All services are operated by Lloyds Coaches.
Other travel options
Tickets will also be accepted at no extra cost on the G21 service between Machynlleth and Dolgellau and the T3 service between Dolgellau and Barmouth
Passengers are being warned that journeys by road will take longer than by rail and are advised to allow extra time.
Anyone choosing to start or finish their journey at a different station because of the disruption will be allowed to return there later using the same ticket at no extra cost.
Transport for Wales said it will provide further updates once more information is available, and apologised for the disruption.
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