St Albans rail passengers are facing disruption after damage to the overhead electric wires has closed the line.
The issue is affecting the route between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey, with all train services cancelled.
West Midlands Railway expects disruption to continue until the end of today (June 26).
A statement by West Midlands Railway reads: "All lines are blocked.
"We expect the problem to be fixed by the end of the day.
"We estimate that our train service will be back to normal by Saturday, June 27."
📢#LNRINFO -Abbey Line Suspended (26.06)
⚠️Due to the damage to the overhead wires, the line will not operate on Friday
🚌Road transport will operate in place of the rail service https://t.co/RXbPKP1Byu— London Northwestern Railway (@LNRailway) June 25, 2026
Passengers are being advised to use rail replacement buses, operated by Stagecoach, which are running between St Albans Abbey and Watford Junction in both directions.
Tickets will also be accepted at no extra cost on Arriva’s 321 bus service for affected journeys.
Customers should check before travelling and can access the delay repay scheme.
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