Trains through Chester may be cancelled or delayed by up to 30 minutes
Trains through Chester may be cancelled or delayed by up to 30 minutes, from about 09:35. Trains at Chester were cancelled or cut short until the first train got through at 09:57. 14 trains arrived 30 or more minutes late.
What Happened
- First cancellation from Chester.
- Trains through Chester may be cancelled or delayed by up to 30 minutes.
- First train through reached Chester.
“Trains through Chester may be cancelled or delayed by up to 30 minutes.”
Source: National Rail
Trains Affected
| Booked | Train | What Happened |
|---|---|---|
| 09:27 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 09:32 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 09:34 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 09:37 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 09:53 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 09:56 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 10:01 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 10:11 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 10:26 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 10:32 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 10:37 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 10:43 | Chester | 16 min late, arrived 10:59 |
| 10:52 | Chester | 34 min late, arrived 11:26 |
| 10:53 | Chester | 44 min late, arrived 11:37 |
| 10:53 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 10:56 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 11:01 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 11:15 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 11:15 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 11:21 | Chester | 45 min late, arrived 12:03 |
| 11:26 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 11:32 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 11:34 | Chester | Cancelled |
| 11:39 | Chester | Cancelled |
Can I Claim?
Yes, if you arrived 15+ minutes late. Transport for Wales pays 25% of your single fare for 15 to 29 minutes, 50% for 30 to 59, and 100% for 60 or more. It counts even if you went another way or waited for a later train: the delay is measured against the train you meant to catch. You have 28 days.
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Questions
What happened to Chester trains on Friday 23 October 2026?
Trains through Chester may be cancelled or delayed by up to 30 minutes, from about 09:35. Trains at Chester were cancelled or cut short until the first train got through at 09:57. 14 trains arrived 30 or more minutes late.
How much Delay Repay can I get?
Transport for Wales pays 25% of your single fare for 15 to 29 minutes, 50% for 30 to 59, and 100% for 60 or more. Railhop finds your train and works out the amount for your ticket.
When is the last day to claim?
You have 28 days from the day you travelled, so claim by Friday 20 November 2026.
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