Clydebank trains: Delays after injured swan causes four hours of disruption

The swan was spotted on the line in the Dalmuir area at around 5:45am.

Although Scotrail staff were quick to attend the scene, the bird was not successfully removed until 7:55am. 

Train services between Dalmuir and Hyndland via Yoker had to be suspended to allow staff to get access to the track in a bid to remove the bird. 

The line between Dalmuir and Clydebank stations was completely closed from around 6.30am to approximately 7.15am.

ScotRail organised replacement buses to keep rush hour commuters on the move.

All lines were finally re-opened at 7:55am with the swan safely moved.

ScotRail says members of the public should continue to expect delays and revisions to the service until 10am.

UPDATE: The line is now clear and we're able to run services again. We're working hard to get trains and crew back to schedule but there may be some delays/cancellations while we do this. Thanks for your patience. ^Megan

— ScotRail (@ScotRail) November 26, 2021