[3] The station was originally planned to be located next to Loudoun Square, opening by December 2023.

In August 2022 it was announced that the station would be located further north opposite Maria Street,[4] would comprise two platforms, and would now open in spring 2024.

At the same time, Cardiff Bay railway station began redevelopment.

[6][7][1] The vegetation works clearance is necessary for both the redoubling of the Cardiff Bay Line and installation of overhead electrical equipment for when tram-trains are introduced.

[1] This Wales railway station-related article is a stub.