Currently there are 24 route disruptions and 40 station updates
Routes
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Train cancellations (4)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:48
15:11 Carlisle to Whitehaven due 16:20 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:54
20:00 Carlisle to Whitehaven due 21:11 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
Road Replacement Transport has been requested, more details will follow when operators and departure times are confirmed.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:49
17:01 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 18:10 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:56
19:23 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 20:35 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
Other train service updates (4)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:48
13:48 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 14:57 will be terminated at Workington.
It will no longer call at Flimby, Maryport, Aspatria, Wigton, Dalston and Carlisle.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:55
17:50 Carlisle to Whitehaven due 18:59 will be terminated at Workington.
It will no longer call at Harrington, Parton and Whitehaven.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:51
17:50 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 18:58 will be terminated at Workington.
It will no longer call at Flimby, Maryport, Aspatria, Wigton, Dalston and Carlisle.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 13:14
18:48 Carlisle to Whitehaven due 19:57 will be started from Workington.
It will no longer call at Carlisle, Dalston, Wigton, Aspatria, Maryport and Flimby.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
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Line updates (1)
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Last Updated 03/09/2025 00:16
Due to urgent repairs to a bridge at South Bank:
How does it affect your service:
Train services running through this station will be running non stop between Middlesbrough and Redcar Central. South Bank will not be served. Disruption is expected until 16:00 28/06.
Our advice to our customers:
Services between Middlesbrough and Saltburn are currently being disrupted due to an unsafe footbridge at South Bank.
Effect on service:
Middlesbrough to Saltburn services will not call at South Bank, in this direction only.
Road Transport details.
To assist customers to complete their journey, a shuttle bus has been provided between Middlesbrough, South Bank & Redcar Central. This will be operated by E-Travel.
Customers at South Bank travelling towards Saltburn should board the shuttle service and then connect at Redcar Central for Northern services towards Saltburn.
Journey times will be extended by 10 minutes whilst travelling by road transport.
Please see station information posters for the bus pick up points.
Other places to get more information:
For customers on station platforms, please listen for announcements or consult Customer Information Screens for up to date train running information.
For live real time journey updates, please visit journeycheck.com/northern or X (tweet) our team @northernassist
To re-plan your journey please visit nationalrail.co.uk
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delayrepay #NorthernUpdates
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Train cancellations (7)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 09:04
14:54 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 16:36 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:33
12:55 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 14:36 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:19
17:48 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 19:26 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 09:04
16:48 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 18:26 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:33
14:48 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 16:26 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 09:04
12:48 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 14:24 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:19
15:54 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 17:36 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
Formation alerts (4)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:31
Facilities on the 16:22 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 18:00.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:31
Facilities on the 18:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 19:53.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:31
Facilities on the 14:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 15:50.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:29
12:25 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 14:00 is being delayed at Blackpool North.
This is due to a fault on a train.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Other train service updates (2)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:09
15:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 16:50 will be reinstated.
It will be started from Manchester Oxford Road.
It will no longer call at Manchester Airport, Heald Green and Manchester Piccadilly.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:09
13:25 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 15:00 will be reinstated.
It will be terminated at Manchester Oxford Road.
It will no longer call at Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Airport.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated 08/10/2025 18:58
Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool North from 01:05, Monday 22 December 2025 to 05:10, Friday 26 December 2025.
All lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 22 December
The 04:59 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston. A bus will be provided from Blackpool North to Preston, departing Blackpool North at 04:10 to connect with the train at Preston.
Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 December
The 23:46 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
Monday 22 to Wednesday 24 December
The 05:29 Blackpool South to Preston service will start from Blackpool North. A bus will be provided from Blackpool South to Preston, departing Blackpool South at 04:55.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 30 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).
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Formation alerts (11)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:28
Facilities on the 18:23 Chester to Leeds due 20:48.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:23
Facilities on the 18:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 20:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:28
Facilities on the 15:42 Leeds to Chester due 18:09.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:28
Facilities on the 13:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 15:18.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:24
Facilities on the 11:26 Chester to Leeds due 13:46.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 5.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:24
Facilities on the 17:42 Leeds to Chester due 20:02.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 5.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:28
Facilities on the 12:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 13:28.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:24
Facilities on the 15:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 17:22.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 5.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:23
Facilities on the 15:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 18:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:23
Facilities on the 12:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 14:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:24
Facilities on the 14:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 15:29.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 5.
Further Info
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Other train service updates (3)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 13:04
15:26 Chester to Leeds due 17:42 will be started from Manchester Victoria.
It will no longer call at Chester, Warrington Bank Quay, Earlestown and Newton-Le-Willows.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 13:04
12:42 Leeds to Chester due 15:01 will be terminated at Manchester Victoria.
It will no longer call at Low Moor, Sowerby Bridge, Mytholmroyd, Todmorden, Newton-Le-Willows, Earlestown, Warrington Bank Quay and Chester.
It has been delayed at Leeds and is now 20 minutes late.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 11:25
11:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 14:05 will be starting late from Wigan Wallgate and is expected to be 5 minutes late.
This is due to train crew being delayed by service disruption.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated 08/10/2025 18:58
Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool North from 01:05, Monday 22 December 2025 to 05:10, Friday 26 December 2025.
All lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 22 December
The 04:59 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston. A bus will be provided from Blackpool North to Preston, departing Blackpool North at 04:10 to connect with the train at Preston.
Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 December
The 23:46 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
Monday 22 to Wednesday 24 December
The 05:29 Blackpool South to Preston service will start from Blackpool North. A bus will be provided from Blackpool South to Preston, departing Blackpool South at 04:55.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 30 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).
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Train cancellations (3)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 11:06
12:22 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Oxford Road due 13:33 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:03
16:22 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Oxford Road due 17:33 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:03
17:46 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street due 18:55 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:25
13:22 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Oxford Road due 14:33 will call additionally at Glazebrook and Chassen Road.
This is due to the train making extra stops because a train was cancelled.
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated 14/12/2025 01:34
Planned engineering work will take place between Hunts Cross and Edge Hill from 00:01, Monday 22 December 2025 to 05:00, Friday 26 December 2025.
All lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 December
The 23:28 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street will terminate at Warrington Central. A bus will be provided from Warrington Central to Liverpool Lime Street.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 30 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).
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Train cancellations (2)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:35
17:54 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 20:10 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:35
15:20 Blackburn to Headbolt Lane due 17:41 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
Formation alerts (3)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:23
Facilities on the 18:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 20:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:23
Facilities on the 12:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 14:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:23
Facilities on the 15:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 18:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
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Other train service updates (4)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 09:56
19:48 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 22:10 will call additionally at Moston, Mills Hill and Castleton.
This is due to the train making extra stops because a train was cancelled.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:37
14:20 Blackburn to Headbolt Lane due 16:41 will be terminated at Manchester Victoria.
It will no longer call at Salford Central, Salford Crescent, Swinton, Walkden, Atherton, Hag Fold, Daisy Hill, Hindley, Wigan Wallgate, Pemberton, Orrell, Upholland, Rainford and Headbolt Lane.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:37
16:51 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 19:10 will be started from Manchester Victoria.
It will no longer call at Headbolt Lane, Rainford, Upholland, Orrell, Pemberton, Wigan Wallgate, Hindley, Daisy Hill, Hag Fold, Atherton, Walkden, Swinton, Salford Crescent and Salford Central.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 11:25
11:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 14:05 will be starting late from Wigan Wallgate and is expected to be 5 minutes late.
This is due to train crew being delayed by service disruption.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Train cancellations (3)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:43
15:22 Clitheroe to Rochdale due 17:02 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:43
19:22 Clitheroe to Rochdale due 21:05 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:43
17:21 Rochdale to Clitheroe due 19:01 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
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Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:54
12:55 Stoke-On-Trent to Manchester Piccadilly due 13:50 will be starting late from Stoke-On-Trent and is expected to be 8 minutes late.
This is due to the train departing late to maintain customer connections.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Train cancellations (1)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 11:56
19:06 Ellesmere Port to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:29 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
1x Taxi will depart Helsby at 18:50 calling stations to Ellesmere Port then the same taxi will depart Ellesmere Port at 19:10 calling stations to Helsby.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
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Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:09
14:05 Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street due 15:19 will be terminated at Wigan North Western.
It will no longer call at St Helens Central, Huyton and Liverpool Lime Street.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated 08/10/2025 18:58
Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool North from 01:05, Monday 22 December 2025 to 05:10, Friday 26 December 2025.
All lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 22 December
The 04:59 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston. A bus will be provided from Blackpool North to Preston, departing Blackpool North at 04:10 to connect with the train at Preston.
Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 December
The 23:46 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
Monday 22 to Wednesday 24 December
The 05:29 Blackpool South to Preston service will start from Blackpool North. A bus will be provided from Blackpool South to Preston, departing Blackpool South at 04:55.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 30 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).
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Train cancellations (2)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 09:11
20:46 Ormskirk to Preston due 21:16 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
1x Coach will depart Preston at 20:20 calling stations to Ormskirk Operated by Preston Pro Taxis
1x Coach will depart Ormskirk at 20:55 Calling stations to Preston Operated by Preston Pro Taxis.Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 09:11
20:10 Preston to Ormskirk due 20:41 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
1x Coach will depart Preston at 20:20 calling stations to Ormskirk Operated by Preston Pro Taxis
1x Coach will depart Ormskirk at 20:55 Calling stations to Preston Operated by Preston Pro Taxis.Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
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Other train service updates (2)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 13:34
13:19 Lancaster to Corkickle due 15:45 has been delayed at Lancaster and is now 14 minutes late.
This is due to passengers causing a disturbance on this train.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 13:34
15:50 Corkickle to Lancaster due 18:20 will be starting late from Corkickle and is expected to be 10 minutes late.
This is due to passengers causing a disturbance on this train.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Train cancellations (1)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 11:56
19:06 Ellesmere Port to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:29 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
1x Taxi will depart Helsby at 18:50 calling stations to Ellesmere Port then the same taxi will depart Ellesmere Port at 19:10 calling stations to Helsby.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:28
Facilities on the 15:42 Leeds to Chester due 18:09.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Formation alerts (2)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:22
Facilities on the 14:47 Skipton to Leeds due 15:31.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:22
Facilities on the 13:56 Leeds to Skipton due 14:39.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Formation alerts (4)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:27
Facilities on the 14:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 16:01.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:27
Facilities on the 17:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 19:01.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:27
Facilities on the 13:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 14:35.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:27
Facilities on the 16:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 17:34.
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Formation alerts (6)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 11:40
Facilities on the 18:11 Huddersfield to Sheffield due 19:28.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:52
Facilities on the 14:35 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 15:51.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:52
Facilities on the 16:11 Huddersfield to Sheffield due 17:28.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 11:40
Facilities on the 16:35 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 17:50.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:52
Facilities on the 17:35 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 18:50.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:52
Facilities on the 19:11 Huddersfield to Sheffield due 20:28.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Formation alerts (4)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:27
Facilities on the 17:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 19:01.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:27
Facilities on the 13:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 14:35.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:27
Facilities on the 14:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 16:01.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:27
Facilities on the 16:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 17:34.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Formation alerts (13)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:20
Facilities on the 15:12 Leeds to Bradford Forster Square due 15:37.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:49
Facilities on the 18:30 Bradford Forster Square to Leeds due 18:55.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:20
Facilities on the 19:00 Bradford Forster Square to Leeds due 19:25.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:47
Facilities on the 17:00 Bradford Forster Square to Leeds due 17:25.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:20
Facilities on the 13:00 Bradford Forster Square to Leeds due 13:25.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:47
Facilities on the 17:39 Leeds to Bradford Forster Square due 18:03.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:49
Facilities on the 19:11 Leeds to Bradford Forster Square due 19:37.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:22
Facilities on the 16:12 Leeds to Bradford Forster Square due 16:37.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:20
Facilities on the 14:30 Bradford Forster Square to Leeds due 14:56.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:49
Facilities on the 14:42 Leeds to Bradford Forster Square due 15:07.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:47
Facilities on the 13:12 Leeds to Bradford Forster Square due 13:37.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:20
Facilities on the 13:42 Leeds to Bradford Forster Square due 14:07.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:49
Facilities on the 14:00 Bradford Forster Square to Leeds due 14:26.
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Formation alerts (11)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:22
Facilities on the 18:51 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 19:23.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:22
Facilities on the 16:46 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 17:16.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:49
Facilities on the 15:16 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 15:46.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:47
Facilities on the 13:46 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 14:16.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:47
Facilities on the 14:21 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 14:53.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:22
Facilities on the 18:16 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 18:46.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:22
Facilities on the 17:21 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 17:53.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:20
Facilities on the 16:22 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 16:53.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:20
Facilities on the 15:46 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 16:17.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:49
Facilities on the 15:52 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 16:27.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:49
Facilities on the 19:50 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 20:20.
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Formation alerts (2)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:22
Facilities on the 13:10 Ilkley to Leeds due 13:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:20
Facilities on the 19:33 Leeds to Ilkley due 20:00.
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Formation alerts (10)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:49
Facilities on the 13:05 Skipton to Bradford Forster Square due 13:43.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:47
Facilities on the 18:11 Bradford Forster Square to Skipton due 18:50.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:47
Facilities on the 15:11 Bradford Forster Square to Skipton due 15:50.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:49
Facilities on the 17:34 Skipton to Bradford Forster Square due 18:11.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:47
Facilities on the 19:04 Skipton to Bradford Forster Square due 19:45.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:20
Facilities on the 17:11 Bradford Forster Square to Skipton due 17:52.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:20
Facilities on the 18:03 Skipton to Bradford Forster Square due 18:41.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:22
Facilities on the 19:41 Bradford Forster Square to Skipton due 20:21.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:47
Facilities on the 16:05 Skipton to Bradford Forster Square due 16:42.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:49
Facilities on the 16:41 Bradford Forster Square to Skipton due 17:20.
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Line updates (1)
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Last Updated 19/12/2025 21:27
Due to urgent repairs to the railway between Corkickle and Whitehaven the line is closed.
Impact
Train services running through these stations will be terminated at Corkickle and restarted from Whitehaven. Disruption is expected until the end of the day on 31/03/26.
Customer advice
Services between Corkickle and Whitehaven are being disrupted due to urgent repairs the railway.
Network Rail continue to complete the works on Bransty Tunnel, Whitehaven. The line is closed between Corkickle and Whitehaven (in both directions). Disruption is expected until Spring 2026.
Effect on service:
Train services are unable to run between Corkickle and Whitehaven (in both directions).
Train services between Lancaster/Barrow-in-Furness and Carlisle will terminate at Corkickle and restart between Whitehaven and Carlisle.
Train services between Carlisle and Barrow-in-Furness/Lancaster will terminate at Whitehaven and restart at Corkickle.
Rail replacement buses will operate between Corkickle and Whitehaven (in both directions),
Replacement transport:
Road transport will operate between Corkickle and Whitehaven.
Please speak to station staff, see on-line journey planners or consult Customer Information Screens for departure times.
Please see station information posters for the location of bus pick up points.
Journey times may be extended by up to 60 minutes whilst travelling by road transport.Additional Info
For a video in relation to this disruption, please see... https://vimeo.com/1114787209?fl=pl&fe=ti
For customers on station platforms, please listen for announcements or consult Customer Information Screens for up-to-date train running information.
For live real time journey updates on board your train please visit journeycheck.com/northern, message us on X.com @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00), or search for #NorthernUpdates
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern or TransPennine Express within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
Train cancellations (3)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 11:11
17:08 Stockport to Chester due 18:20 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 11:56
18:50 Helsby to Ellesmere Port due 19:00 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
1x Taxi will depart Helsby at 18:50 calling stations to Ellesmere Port then the same taxi will depart Ellesmere Port at 19:10 calling stations to Helsby.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:54
21:35 Whitehaven to Workington due 21:52 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
Road Replacement Transport has been requested, more details will follow when operators and departure times are confirmed.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
Formation alerts (9)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:31
Facilities on the 13:50 Hull to Doncaster due 14:56.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:31
Facilities on the 15:08 Doncaster to Hull due 16:11.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:31
Facilities on the 16:53 Hull to Doncaster due 17:59.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:29
Facilities on the 17:29 Leeds to Harrogate due 18:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:54
Facilities on the 17:32 Sheffield to Doncaster due 18:08.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:31
Facilities on the 18:09 Doncaster to Hull due 19:13.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 09:32
Facilities on the 18:57 Bridlington to York due 20:56.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4 from Hull.
Further Info
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 08:54
Facilities on the 19:04 Doncaster to Sheffield due 19:46.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 06:31
Facilities on the 19:54 Hull to Doncaster due 20:57.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Other train service updates (6)
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 13:26
12:24 York to Blackpool North due 15:04 was terminated at Leeds.
It will no longer call at New Pudsey, Bradford Interchange, Halifax, Hebden Bridge, Burnley Manchester Road, Accrington, Blackburn, Preston, Kirkham & Wesham, Poulton-Le-Fylde and Blackpool North.
This is due to a fault on this train.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:29
12:25 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 14:00 is being delayed at Blackpool North.
This is due to a fault on a train.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 10:25
12:30 Southport to Stalybridge due 14:04 will be terminated at Manchester Victoria.
It will no longer call at Ashton-Under-Lyne and Stalybridge.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Last Updated 24/12/2025 12:42
13:52 Rochdale to Blackburn due 15:04 will be terminated at Manchester Victoria.
It will no longer call at Salford Central, Salford Crescent, Bolton, Hall I' Th' Wood, Bromley Cross, Darwen and Blackburn.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 10:25
14:52 Stalybridge to Southport due 16:30 will be started from Manchester Victoria.
It will no longer call at Stalybridge and Ashton-Under-Lyne.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated 24/12/2025 13:26
15:19 Blackpool North to York due 17:57 will be reinstated.
It will be started from Leeds.
It will no longer call at Blackpool North, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Kirkham & Wesham, Preston, Blackburn, Accrington, Burnley Manchester Road, Hebden Bridge, Halifax, Bradford Interchange and New Pudsey.
This is due to a fault on this train.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
Engineering works (4)
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Last Updated 08/10/2025 18:58
Planned engineering work will take place between Crewe and Cheadle Hulme from 22:50, Monday 22 December 2025 to 05:15, Friday 26 December 2025.
All lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 December
The 22:36 Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe service will terminate at Stockport. A bus will be provided from Stockport to Crewe.
The 23:01 Manchester Piccadilly to Alderley Edge service will terminate at Stockport. A bus will be provided from Stockport to Alderley Edge.
The 23:12 Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly service will start from Stockport. A bus will be provided from Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly.
The 23:36 Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe service will terminate at Stockport. A bus will be provided from Stockport to Crewe.
Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 December
The 00:44 Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly service will start from Manchester Airport. A bus will be provided from Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 30 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560). -
Last Updated 08/10/2025 18:58
Planned engineering work will take place between New Mills Central and Stockport from 23:15, Monday 22 December 2025 to 05:10, Friday 26 December 2025.
All lines are blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 21 and Tuesday 22 December only
The 23:28 Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly service will not call at Stockport. A bus will be provided from Chinley to Manchester Piccadilly, calling at Stockport.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560). -
Last Updated 08/10/2025 18:59
Planned engineering work will take place between Buxton and Hazel Grove from 23:15, Monday 22 December 2025 to 05:30, Friday 26 December 2025.
All lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 December
The 22:59 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly service will be replaced by a bus throughout.
The 23:10 Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton service will be replaced by a bus throughout.
The 23:23 Manchester Piccadilly to Hazel Grove service will terminate at Stockport. A bus will be provided from Stockport to Hazel Grove.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560). -
Last Updated 14/12/2025 01:31
Planned engineering work will take place between Huddersfield/Brighouse and Dewsbury from 04:00, Tuesday 23 December 2025 to 05:10, Saturday 27 December 2025.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 December
Leeds Manchester Victoria/Wigan via Dewsbury: Trains will be diverted to run via Bradford Interchange and Halifax, and will not call at Morley, Batley, Dewsbury, Mirfield and Brighouse.
Wigan/Manchester Victoria Leeds via Dewsbury: Trains will be diverted to run via Halifax and Bradford Interchange, and will not call at Brighouse, Mirfield, Dewsbury, Batley and Morley.
Leeds Bradford Interchange (both ways) via Dewsbury: Trains will not run.
A shuttle train service will be provided between Brighouse and Bradford Interchange (both ways).
Buses will be provided between Dewsbury and Halifax (both ways), and between Huddersfield and Dewsbury (both ways).
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).
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All other routes have a good service. For live updates see our journey check page.
Stations
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Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Adlington Cheshire station.
Customers are advised that there have been loose paving slabs reports on Platform 2 at this station. Customers are requested to take care when boarding/alighting trains, and moving about the station.
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The ticket vending machine on Platform 1 at Adwick is currently out of service.
The ticket vending machines are out of order at Altrincham station.
There are currently no ticket selling facilities at this station. Station staff are on-site and able to offer assistance. Please approach the Conductor on the train.
Altrincham station has no platform staffing.
The lifts are now working at Blackburn station.
Blackpool North station has reduced staffing and is not now expected to be fully staffed before 18:00.
Please use caution at this station due to reports of broken glass on the ramp.
Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Blackpool South station.
At Broad Green station, the following issues have been reported:
The ticket office is closed.
Owing to uneven surfaces passengers should take extra care.
Due to ongoing refurbishment work, the ticket office at this station will be closed until further notice. A ticket vending machine is available.When the ticket office is closed, customers are advised to purchase their ticket from the ticket vending machines or from the Northern app prior to boarding the train. Customers wishing to pay using cash are advised to collect a 'Promise To Pay' voucher from the ticket vending machine main menu, and present this to the Conductor on the train who will be happy to issue the required tickets. If this is not available, please approach the Conductor on the train.
There is no lighting on the platform. Take extra care when using the station at Burnley Central station.
At Dinting station, the following issues have been reported:
Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care.
The ticket vending machines are out of order.
Customers are advised to board and alight trains using the middle doors of the train at Dinting due to loose platform edge stones. Network Rail are aware of the issue and will repair the stones as quickly as possible.There is no lighting on platform 2 at Disley station.
Due to a fault with the lighting on the platforms, passengers should take extra care when using this station.
At Edge Hill station, the following issues have been reported:
Owing to poor lighting on the platforms passengers should take extra care.
Customers are advised to take extra care when boarding and alighting services.For passengers who need assistance please speak to a member of station staff or contact the Northern Passenger Assistance team on 0800 138 5560.
At Fairfield station, the following issues have been reported:
Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care.
Reports of loose coping stones on the platform edge at Platform 1Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Gorton station.
For customers who require passenger assist at this station today please contact our Customer Experience Centre on 0800 200 6060.
The ticket office is closed at Guiseley station.
The ticket office will be closed from now until further notice at Guiseley station.
The ticket office will be closed from now until the end of the day at Hale station.
Owing to icy platforms passengers should take extra care at Hall I' Th' Wood station.
There is no lighting on the platform at Hapton station.
There are currently no ticket selling facilities at this station.
Station staff are on-site and able to offer assistance.Owing to uneven surface on platform 1 passengers should take extra care at Hoscar station.
Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Hyde Central station.
Reports of platform 2 loose coping stones near the entrance of the station
The lifts will be out of order between platform 2 and the underpass from now until further notice at Irlam station.
Customers who require step free access at this station should speak to a member of staff, or contact the Northern Customer Experience Centre on 0800 200 6060 for further assistance.
The lifts will be out of order between Platform 3 and the overbridge from 06:16 on 14/10/2025 until further notice at Lancaster station.
The lift between the overbridge and platform 3 is currently out of service. Customers who require step free access at this station should speak to a member of staff, or contact the Northern Customer Experience Centre on 0800 200 6060 for further assistance. Step free access is available by an alternative walking route, please speak to station staff for further assistance.
The lifts will be out of order from 08:47 on 23/12/2025 until further notice at Leyland station.
Customers who require step free access at this station to platform 4 should speak to a member of staff, or contact the Northern Customer Experience Centre on 0800 200 6060 for further assistance.
The lifts will be out of order from now until further notice at Leyland station.
Lift on platform 4 out of service.
Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Littleborough station.
There is no lighting on the platforms at Marsden station.
Due to a fault with the lighting on the platforms, passengers should take extra care when using this station.
At Morpeth station, the following issues have been reported:
The lifts are now working between platform 1 and the subway.
The ticket office will be closed from 13:00 on 18/12/2025 until the end of the day.Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Mossley Hill station.
The ticket vending machines are out of order at Newsham station.
At Northwich station, the following issues have been reported:
The ticket office will be closed from 21:58 on 01/07/2025 until 23:59 on 31/12/2025.
Due to ongoing refurbishment work, the station ticket office will be closed until the end of 2025. Ticket vending machines are available and staff are on site to assist between 07:00-12:30 Monday to Saturday.Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Smithy Bridge station.
Passengers should take extra care on Platform 1 at this station due to loose coping stones. Passengers should take extra care on Platform 2 at this station due to damage to the platform surface.
Step free access will be unavailable at the station between the carpark and platform 1 from now until further notice at South Milford station.
Owing to uneven surfaces passengers should take extra care at Todmorden station.
There is no lighting in the subway between platform 1 and platforms 2 and 3 at Wakefield Kirkgate station.
The lifts will be out of order from 15:15 on 21/12/2025 until further notice at Warrington West station.
Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Wigton station.
Passenger Information during Disruption
Feedback from customers consistently tells us that the flow of information about train services that are experiencing disruption is a priority for them and is an area we need to focus on more strongly. Whilst it is recognised the Northern have the responsibility for managing their relationship with their own customers, the interconnected nature of the rail industry dictates that a coordinated approach to the provision of passenger information during major delays/disruption is appropriate and important.
Customer information pledges
Whilst we always try our best to make your journey as simple as possible, we understand that, sometimes things don’t always go to plan when travelling by rail.
Customers across rail industry, tell us that this is an area, we need to improve, which is why Northern has been working closely with other train operators, Network Rail and the Rail Delivery group as part of the Smarter information programme.
The Smarter information programme
This programme aims to achieve a step change in customer experience through providing you with improved information, when and how you wish to receive it.
Across the rail industry, we have now agreed a set of pledges, which outline what you can expect, before, during and after your journey.
What do the Customer Information Pledges say?
The customer information pledges
- Show we care by listening to our customers and putting their needs first
- Commit to a set of guiding principles that will bring real consistency to customers who choose to travel by train
- Bring together best practice from across the rail industry and other industries, to support you during disruption, enabling you to get to your destination as quickly as possible
You can view the Rail Delivery Group customer information pledges here
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