Timetables and disruption

Disruption and busy services Leeds-York 7-9 June

Engineering works are taking place this weekend (on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June) between York and Leeds.

Northern trains will be replaced by buses between Leeds - York, and are expected to be busy between these stations, particularly between 0900-1000 and after 1800.

The York-Harrogate-Leeds route is unaffected by these works. and Transpennine Express trains are still running direct between Leeds and York (via a diversion) - so journeys will take longer than usual. 

Additionally, York Pride is taking place on Saturday 7 June, we're expecting busy trains (and buses) before and after the event -  please plan your journey before travelling.

North West Sunday timetable update

If you’re planning a trip in the North West on a Sunday, please check journey planners before you head out.

Since Sundays are outside of conductors' regular working week, we've made some changes to the schedule. It's a good idea to check before you embark on your journey. 

A summary of the amended Sunday timetable is available on our information page.  

To check your journey, visit Northern's Journey Planner or the  National Rail website. 

What to do if your train is cancelled

If your Northern train is cancelled and you still want to travel to your planned destination, you don't need to purchase a new Northern ticket for that day. You can:

• Get on another Northern train
• Board any Transpennine Express or LNER train that's heading in the same direction (2 hours before or 2 hours after your cancelled service)
• If you no longer wish to travel, you can Claim a full refund 

Additionally, on Sundays, if your train is cancelled,you can use the following services until Sunday 18 May.

• Transport for Wales: Manchester - Chester, and Manchester - Crewe
• East Midlands Railway: Liverpool - Warrington - Manchester and Manchester - Sheffield
• Merseyrail: Liverpool - Hunts Cross and Liverpool - Southport

What to do if your train is delayed

If your train is delayed, we ask for your patience as we provide updates. You can check for updates using our App, website or the journey checker tool on this page. If you're at the station, you can speak to our colleagues or use our station screens.

You are only permitted to travel on another train if yours has been cancelled.

If your train is delayed by 15 minutes or more you are eligible to claim money back through Delay Repay.

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