Transport for Wales (TfW) is undertaking engineering work between Cardiff and the valleys.
The work is the latest phase of the transformation of the Core Valley Lines (CVL) for the South Wales Metro.
The railway between Radyr and Pontypridd will be closed between Sunday 8 January and Friday 27 January, with the exception of Thursday 12 and Friday 13 January.
Additionally, services will also be suspended between Cardiff Central and Radyr between Sunday 8 January and Wednesday 11 January.
Between Saturday 14 January and Sunday 22 January, there will also be no services north of Pontypridd to Treherbert, Aberdare and Merthyr Tydfil.
TfW is encouraging passengers to check for the latest travel information before making their journeys. This can be found on the TfW website and app.
During the closure, replacement bus services will be in operation. In addition to these, ticket acceptance will be in place on selected local bus services.
The South Wales Metro will significantly improve connectivity throughout South Wales and provide access to jobs, leisure and other opportunities for the people of Wales, through unifying rail, bus and active travel routes. The project has been part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund through the Welsh Government.
Work taking place will include the installation of overhead line equipment and foundations for new signals. The railway embankment will be widened at Pentre-bach station, and upgrades will be made to Devil’s Footbridge and Quakers Yard Footbridge. TfW will also be carrying out major gas diversion works along the Treherbert Line.
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