Huddersfield station closure Summer 2025

Huddersfield station closed for major improvement works

Saturday 30 August to Sunday 28 September 2025

Huddersfield station will be closed for 30 days while major engineering improvement works take place as part of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU).

We’re working with Network Rail and Transpennine Express to improve the railway through Huddersfield – including longer platforms, upgraded track and signalling, and essential repairs to the viaduct.
 

What this means for your journey?

During this time, no trains will run in or out of Huddersfield station. Rail replacement buses and revised train services will be in place across the region.

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Key travel advice

• Check before you travel – journey times will be longer and you may need to change onto a rail replacement bus if travelling in the area.
• Rail replacement buses will connect Huddersfield with nearby stations including Brighouse, Dewsbury, Wakefield Kirkgate, Barnsley, Penistone, and Manchester.
• Some train services will be diverted or start/finish at different stations, meaning longer journey times
• TransPennine Express (TPE) trains are also affected - check their website for details. 
   

Summary of changes to Northern services

• Huddersfield to Bradford Interchange / Leeds (local stopping): no trains on this route, replacement buses via Brighouse and Halifax.
• Huddersfield to Sheffield: part-closures on this route, with rail replacement buses from Penistone or Berry Brow to Huddersfield.
• Huddersfield to Barnsley: hourly direct bus (at weekends only).
• Huddersfield to Berry Brow: hourly bus (at weekdays only).
• Huddersfield to Penistone: hourly bus (at weekends only).
• Wigan to Leeds via Todmorden: this service will be temporarily split into two services, avoiding Huddersfield station.
  - Wigan Wallgate - Todmorden 
  - Halifx - Leeds (via Dewsbury)
• Brighouse to Huddersfield: frequent buses every 15 minutes.

Other operators and diversions

• TransPennine Express services between Manchester, Dewsbury, Leeds, Hull, Scarborough and Newcastle will be diverted via the Calder Valley and will not call at Huddersfield.
• Customers for Huddersfield should change at Brighouse for connecting rail replacement buses.
   

Rail replacement buses - Look out for green signs

All rail replacement bus stops will be clearly signed with green "Rail Replacement Bus Stop" signage. Staff will also be on hand at key stations to help you find your way.
 

Need help while travelling?

We know this is a big change, and we’re here to help.

• Staff will be available at key stations to guide you.
• If you’ve booked assisted travel, we’ll make sure you’re supported throughout your journey.
• If you’re unsure or feel lost, just ask one of our team.

For more details, including station pick-up points and full replacement bus times, please check your journey on the Northern app or Northern website before you travel.

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