Rail services to Penarth will increase this month, Transport For Wales has announced.

From next Monday [13 September] the operator will increase to four Penarth services per hour, and there will be trains to and from Barry Island three times an hour.

The 08:07 Cardiff Queen Street to Cardiff Bay shuttle and the 08:14 Cardiff Bay to Cardiff Queen Street will run as a rail replacement bus service Monday – Friday.

While the times of many services will be unaffected, customers should still ensure they double check their departure, arrival and connection times.

Colin Lea, Transport for Wales Planning and Performance Director, said: "To introduce more services through our network, we've needed to make some adjustments to our timetable. This means it's really important for customers to check their journey details ahead of travelling.

"We're expecting more people to use our services, so our Capacity Checker tool will be really useful for customers to travel when services are quieter.

"Since the easing of restrictions, we're really pleased to have welcomed back many customers. Travelling by public transport is better for the environment, and many people have been isolated for a long time. We're delighted that many people are coming back to more sustainable travel options."

Customers are reminded that wearing a face covering while on public transport remains the law in Wales, unless exempt. A face covering must also be worn whilst in enclosed stations.

Customers must purchase a valid ticket before boarding a TfW service. Checking journey details and the purchasing of tickets can be done here.