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Minor Disruption
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Manchester Airport- Blackpool Nth
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Morecambe - Lancaster
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Saltburn - Darlington - Bishop Auckland
Reason: Urgent repairs to a bridge
Impact: 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 31/12.
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Ilkley - Bradford Forster Square
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Skipton - Bradford Forster Square
Good Service
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Buxton - Manchester Piccadilly
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Hadfield/Glossop - Manchester Piccadilly
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Leeds - Dewsbury - Brighouse - Manchester Vic
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Leeds - Hebden Bridge - Manchester Victoria
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Manchester - Warrington Central - Liverpool
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Manchester Airport - St Helens Jn - Liverpool
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Manchester Oxford Road - Bolton - Wigan - Southport
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Manchester Vic - Atherton - Wigan
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Manchester Vic - Bolton - Wigan
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Rochdale - Manchester - Blackburn - Clitheroe - Ribblehead
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Rose Hill Marple - Romiley - Manchester Picc
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Sheffield - Hope Valley - Manchester Picc
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Stoke - Macclesfield - Manchester Picc
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Carlisle - Hexham - Newcastle
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Preston/Lancaster - Barrow
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Hull - Leeds
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Leeds - Skipton
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York - Knaresborough - Harrogate - Leeds
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York - Moorthorpe - Sheffield
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Huddersfield - Denby Dale - Sheffield
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Leeds - Castleford - Barnsley - Sheffield
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Leeds - Moorthorpe - Sheffield
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Ilkley - Leeds
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Other Updates
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All other routes have a good service. For live updates see our journey check page.
Manchester Airport- Blackpool Nth
Affected stations:
Train cancellations (3)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 14:53
17:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 18:54 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: 09/09/2026 16:26
18:22 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 20:00 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: 09/09/2026 16:26
20:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 21:53 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: 09/09/2026 06:48
Facilities on the 17:56 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 19:36.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:48
Facilities on the 19:48 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 21:25.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:48
Facilities on the 21:56 Blackpool North to Macclesfield due 23:49.
Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 6.
Morecambe - Lancaster
Affected stations:
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 17:30
17:32 Morecambe to Leeds due 19:35 will be delayed at Lancaster and is expected to be 7 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.
Saltburn - Darlington - Bishop Auckland
Description:
Urgent repairs to a bridge
Impact:
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 31/12.
Line updates (1)
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Last Updated: 22/05/2026 14:55
Due to urgent repairs to a bridge at South Bank:
Impact
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 31/12.
Customer advice
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.Additional Info
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
Ilkley - Bradford Forster Square
Affected stations:
Train cancellations (2)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 16:43
18:16 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 18:48 will be cancelled.
This is due to a fault on this train at Bradford Forster Square.
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 https://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: 09/09/2026 16:43
18:53 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 19:25 will be cancelled.
This is due to a fault on this train at Bradford Forster Square.
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 https://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: 09/09/2026 10:55
Facilities on the 18:46 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 19:17.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 10:55
Facilities on the 19:23 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 19:55.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 10:55
Facilities on the 20:16 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 20:48.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Skipton - Bradford Forster Square
Affected stations:
Train cancellations (1)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 16:43
19:41 Bradford Forster Square to Skipton due 20:21 will be cancelled.
This is due to a fault on this train at Bradford Forster Square.
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 https://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
Buxton - Manchester Piccadilly
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:12
Facilities on the 23:10 Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton due 00:09.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Hadfield/Glossop - Manchester Piccadilly
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 31/08/2026 04:00
Planned engineering work will take place between Manchester Piccadilly and New Mills Central, and between Manchester Piccadilly and Glossop on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 23:35, Monday 07 September 2026 to 05:15, Friday 11 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
Some services will be replaced by buses throughout. The 2318 (Friday only) New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly will be bus replaced throughout.
The 2325 (Friday only) Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central service will be bus replaced throughout.
The 2329 (Friday only) Manchester Piccadilly to Glossop service will not run.
A bus will be provided between Manchester Piccadilly and Hadfield (in both directions) calling at Ashburys, Gorton, Guide Bridge, Flowery Field, Newton for Hyde, Godley, Glossop and Dinting. A mini-bus will be provided between Godley and Hadfield (in both directions) calling at Hattersley, Broadbottom, Glossop and Dinting.
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).
Leeds - Dewsbury - Brighouse - Manchester Vic
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (6)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:24
Facilities on the 16:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 19:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:25
Facilities on the 17:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 20:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:25
Facilities on the 18:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 20:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:27
Facilities on the 18:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 21:05.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:24
Facilities on the 19:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 21:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:25
Facilities on the 20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Leeds - Hebden Bridge - Manchester Victoria
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (24)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:47
16:27 Chester to Leeds due 18:42 will no longer call at Rochdale.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:24
Facilities on the 16:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 19:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:20
Facilities on the 17:42 Leeds to Chester due 20:02.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:25
Facilities on the 17:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 20:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:11
Facilities on the 17:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 19:19.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:19
Facilities on the 18:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 19:29.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:25
Facilities on the 18:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 20:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:45
Facilities on the 18:42 Leeds to Chester due 21:09.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:27
Facilities on the 18:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 21:05.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:22
Facilities on the 18:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 20:15.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:47
Facilities on the 19:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 20:29.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:24
Facilities on the 19:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 21:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:11
Facilities on the 19:42 Leeds to Chester due 22:02.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:19
Facilities on the 19:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 21:13.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:25
Facilities on the 20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:20
Facilities on the 20:26 Chester to Leeds due 22:42.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:22
Facilities on the 20:42 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 22:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:47
Facilities on the 20:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 22:15.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 16:28
Facilities on the 21:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 22:29.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:27
Facilities on the 21:17 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 22:51.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:19
Facilities on the 21:42 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 23:02.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:25
Facilities on the 21:44 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 23:49.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:45
Facilities on the 22:26 Chester to Leeds due 00:43.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:22
Facilities on the 22:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 00:15.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Manchester - Warrington Central - Liverpool
Affected stations:
Other train service updates (2)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 18:35
17:46 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street due 18:55 is being delayed at Warrington West.
This is due to a fault 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: 09/09/2026 18:42
19:22 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Oxford Road due 20:33 will be starting late from Liverpool Lime Street and is expected to be 10 minutes late.
This is due to a fault 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.
Manchester Airport - St Helens Jn - Liverpool
Affected stations:
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 17:18
17:32 Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street due 18:53 will no longer call at Heald Green, Gatley, East Didsbury, Burnage and Mauldeth Road.
This is due to a late running train being in front of this one.
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.
Manchester Oxford Road - Bolton - Wigan - Southport
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (4)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:21
Facilities on the 19:02 Southport to Manchester Oxford Road due 20:15.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:45
Facilities on the 19:56 Southport to Manchester Oxford Road due 21:15.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:21
Facilities on the 20:27 Manchester Oxford Road to Southport due 21:47.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:45
Facilities on the 21:30 Manchester Oxford Road to Southport due 22:43.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Manchester Vic - Atherton - Wigan
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (12)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:24
Facilities on the 16:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 19:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:06
Facilities on the 16:51 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 19:10.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:25
Facilities on the 17:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 20:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:46
Facilities on the 17:54 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 20:10.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:25
Facilities on the 18:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 20:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:27
Facilities on the 18:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 21:05.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:24
Facilities on the 19:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 21:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:06
Facilities on the 19:20 Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate due 21:13.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:25
Facilities on the 20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:46
Facilities on the 20:20 Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate due 22:13.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:25
Facilities on the 21:44 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 23:49.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:46
Facilities on the 22:49 Wigan Wallgate to Rochdale due 23:57.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Manchester Vic - Bolton - Wigan
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (2)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:25
Facilities on the 20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:43
Facilities on the 20:51 Stalybridge to Wigan North Western due 21:51.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Rochdale - Manchester - Blackburn - Clitheroe - Ribblehead
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (2)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:40
Facilities on the 18:22 Rochdale to Clitheroe due 20:00.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:40
Facilities on the 20:22 Clitheroe to Rochdale due 22:02.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 31/08/2026 04:00
Planned engineering work will take place between Blackburn and Clitheroe on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 23:40, Monday 07 September 2026 to 05:55, Friday 11 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
Some services will be replaced by buses throughout and revised. The 2152 (Friday only) Rochdale to Clitheroe service will terminate at Blackburn. A bus will be provided from Blackburn to Clitheroe.
The 2342 (Friday only) Clitheroe to Blackburn service will be bus replaced throughout.
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).
Rose Hill Marple - Romiley - Manchester Picc
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (5)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:12
Facilities on the 18:34 New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly due 19:07.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:12
Facilities on the 19:18 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 19:52.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:12
Facilities on the 20:34 New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly due 21:07.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:12
Facilities on the 21:15 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 21:48.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:12
Facilities on the 22:26 New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly due 22:59.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Other train service updates (5)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:57
Facilities on the 18:35 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 19:09.
Toilet facilities are not available.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:57
Facilities on the 19:34 New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly due 20:07.
Toilet facilities are not available.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:57
Facilities on the 20:18 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 20:51.
Toilet facilities are not available.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:57
Facilities on the 21:34 New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly due 22:07.
Toilet facilities are not available.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 07:57
Facilities on the 22:41 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 23:14.
Toilet facilities are not available.
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 31/08/2026 04:00
Planned engineering work will take place between Manchester Piccadilly and New Mills Central, and between Manchester Piccadilly and Glossop on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 23:35, Monday 07 September 2026 to 05:15, Friday 11 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
Some services will be replaced by buses throughout. The 2318 (Friday only) New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly will be bus replaced throughout.
The 2325 (Friday only) Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central service will be bus replaced throughout.
The 2329 (Friday only) Manchester Piccadilly to Glossop service will not run.
A bus will be provided between Manchester Piccadilly and Hadfield (in both directions) calling at Ashburys, Gorton, Guide Bridge, Flowery Field, Newton for Hyde, Godley, Glossop and Dinting. A mini-bus will be provided between Godley and Hadfield (in both directions) calling at Hattersley, Broadbottom, Glossop and Dinting.
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).
Sheffield - Hope Valley - Manchester Picc
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 31/08/2026 04:00
Planned engineering work will take place between Manchester Piccadilly and New Mills Central, and between Manchester Piccadilly and Glossop on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 23:35, Monday 07 September 2026 to 05:15, Friday 11 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
Some services will be replaced by buses throughout. The 2318 (Friday only) New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly will be bus replaced throughout.
The 2325 (Friday only) Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central service will be bus replaced throughout.
The 2329 (Friday only) Manchester Piccadilly to Glossop service will not run.
A bus will be provided between Manchester Piccadilly and Hadfield (in both directions) calling at Ashburys, Gorton, Guide Bridge, Flowery Field, Newton for Hyde, Godley, Glossop and Dinting. A mini-bus will be provided between Godley and Hadfield (in both directions) calling at Hattersley, Broadbottom, Glossop and Dinting.
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).
Stoke - Macclesfield - Manchester Picc
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 31/08/2026 04:00
Planned engineering work will take place between Manchester Piccadilly and Macclesfield on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 23:35, Monday 07 September 2026 to 05:15, Friday 11 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised. The 2316 (Friday only) Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfield service will not run. The 21:55 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will be extended to Macclesfield in its place.
The 2337 (Friday only) Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport service will not run. The 22:22 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will call additionally at Mauldeth Road, Burnage, East Didsbury, Gatley and Heald Green.
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).
Carlisle - Hexham - Newcastle
Affected stations:
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 18:18
18:34 Carlisle to Newcastle due 20:03 will no longer call at Wetheral, Brampton Cumbria, Haltwhistle, Bardon Mill and Haydon Bridge.
It will be starting late from Carlisle and is expected to be 25 minutes late.
This is due to a late running train being in front of this one.
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 https://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
Preston/Lancaster - Barrow
Affected stations:
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 15:51
16:29 Manchester Airport to Barrow-In-Furness due 18:52 will be started from Manchester Oxford Road.
It will no longer call at Manchester Airport, Gatley and Manchester Piccadilly.
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 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.
Hull - Leeds
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (4)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:28
Facilities on the 17:15 Hull to Halifax due 19:03.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:23
Facilities on the 17:16 Halifax to Hull due 19:01.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:28
Facilities on the 19:16 Halifax to Hull due 21:00.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:28
Facilities on the 21:15 Hull to Halifax due 23:03.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Leeds - Skipton
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 10:55
Facilities on the 22:26 Leeds to Skipton due 23:11.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
York - Knaresborough - Harrogate - Leeds
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:07
Facilities on the 22:45 York to Leeds due 23:59.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
York - Moorthorpe - Sheffield
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (5)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:38
Facilities on the 17:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 19:01.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 09:26
Facilities on the 18:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 20:01.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:38
Facilities on the 19:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 20:36.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:38
Facilities on the 20:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 22:01.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:47
Facilities on the 22:30 Leeds to Sheffield due 23:45.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Huddersfield - Denby Dale - Sheffield
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (3)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:41
Facilities on the 18:35 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 19:51.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:41
Facilities on the 20:11 Huddersfield to Sheffield due 21:29.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:41
Facilities on the 21:35 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 22:50.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Leeds - Castleford - Barnsley - Sheffield
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:20
Facilities on the 22:58 Leeds to Sheffield due 00:20.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Leeds - Moorthorpe - Sheffield
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (5)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:38
Facilities on the 17:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 19:01.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 09:26
Facilities on the 18:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 20:01.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:38
Facilities on the 19:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 20:36.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:38
Facilities on the 20:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 22:01.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:47
Facilities on the 22:30 Leeds to Sheffield due 23:45.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Ilkley - Leeds
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (2)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:32
Facilities on the 18:30 Leeds to Ilkley due 18:58.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 10:55
Facilities on the 21:37 Ilkley to Leeds due 22:06.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Other Updates
Affected stations:
Train cancellations (5)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 17:27
17:54 Stockport to Chester due 19:20 will be cancelled.
This is due to a fault on a 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 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: 09/09/2026 15:06
20:21 Hull to Bridlington due 21:03 will be cancelled.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
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 https://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: 09/09/2026 12:15
21:14 Middlesbrough to Newcastle due 22:33 will be cancelled.
This is due to a fault on a train.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
Please travel on the next Northern train where available or visit www.northernrailway.co.uk/service-updates for any alternative options and for more information during times of disruption.
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: 09/09/2026 18:36
21:20 Stalybridge to Manchester Victoria due 21:33 will be cancelled.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
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: 09/09/2026 15:06
21:37 Bridlington to Hull due 22:22 will be cancelled.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
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 https://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 (12)
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:07
Facilities on the 17:42 York to Bridlington due 19:43.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:45
Facilities on the 17:52 Stalybridge to Southport due 19:25.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:34
Facilities on the 18:29 Bradford Interchange to Leeds due 19:30.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:43
Facilities on the 18:30 Southport to Stalybridge due 20:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:34
Facilities on the 19:47 Leeds to Bradford Interchange due 20:55.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:07
Facilities on the 20:00 Bridlington to York due 22:09.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 16:27
Facilities on the 20:24 York to Blackpool North due 23:05.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3 to Leeds.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:34
Facilities on the 21:28 Bradford Interchange to Leeds due 22:32.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:21
Facilities on the 22:25 Southport to Manchester Victoria due 23:48.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:41
Facilities on the 22:52 Rochdale to Blackburn due 00:03.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:45
Facilities on the 23:10 Southport to Wigan Wallgate due 23:43.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 09/09/2026 06:28
Facilities on the 23:19 Halifax to Leeds due 23:56.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also 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: 09/09/2026 06:47
16:27 Chester to Leeds due 18:42 will no longer call at Rochdale.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 09/09/2026 18:36
19:30 Southport to Stalybridge due 21:06 will be terminated at Wigan Wallgate.
It will no longer call at Ince, Hindley, Westhoughton, Bolton, Moses Gate, Farnworth, Kearsley, Salford Crescent, Salford Central, Manchester Victoria, Ashton-Under-Lyne and Stalybridge.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
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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Bransty Tunnel track renewal: buses replace trains between Corkickle and Whitehaven until further notice
Reason: During pre-planned engineering work in Bransty Tunnel, between Corkickle and Whitehaven, inspections revealed unstable ground conditions which require urgent repair. As a result, the…
Impact: Between Lancaster / Barrow-in-Furness and Carlisle
Dates: 09 Dec 2025 to 13 Dec 2026
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Amended late night Northern service to / from Manchester Piccadilly from Monday 7 to Thursday 10 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place overnight between Hadfield and Manchester Piccadilly, closing some lines.The 23:16 Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfield service will not run. The 21…
Impact: Between Manchester Piccadilly and Glossop / New Mills Central / Manchester Airport / Macclesfield
Dates: 07 Sep 2026 to 10 Sep 2026
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Amended late night service to / from Clitheroe from Monday 7 to Thursday 10 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place overnight between Blackburn and Hellifield, closing some lines.The 21:52 Rochdale to Clitheroe service will terminate at Blackburn. A bus will be…
Impact: Between Blackburn / Rochdale and Clitheroe
Dates: 07 Sep 2026 to 10 Sep 2026
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Buses replace trains between Dewsbury and Halifax on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Dewsbury and Deighton, closing some lines.Northern:Saturday:Trains between:Leeds and Manchester Victoria (and beyond) via Dewsbury: Trains will…
Impact: Northern between Leeds and Bradford Interchange / Halifax / Manchester Victoria / ChesterTransPennine Express all routes via Huddersfield
Dates: 12 Sep 2026 to 13 Sep 2026
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Amended 23:20 Blackburn to Manchester Victoria (via Todmorden) service from Monday 14 to Thursday 17 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Blackburn and Manchester Victoria, closing some lines.The 23:20 Blackburn to Manchester Victoria (via Todmorden) train service will not run and…
Impact: Between Blackburn and Manchester Victoria
Dates: 14 Sep 2026 to 17 Sep 2026
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Amended late night / early morning Northern service to / from Liverpool Lime Street from Monday 14 to Friday 18 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place overnight at various locations on the Northern network between Manchester Victoria and Rainhill, closing some lines.Monday to Thursday:The 22:20…
Impact: Various Northern routes to / from Liverpool Lime Street
Dates: 14 Sep 2026 to 18 Sep 2026
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Amended 23:22 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service on Wednesday 16 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Manchester Piccadilly and Levenshulme, closing some lines.The 23:22 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will terminate at Manchester…
Impact: Between Blackpool North and Manchester Airport
Dates: 16 Sep 2026 to 16 Sep 2026
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Buses replace trains between Newcastle / Dunbar and Edinburgh on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Newcastle / Dunbar and Edinburgh, closing all lines.CrossCountry: No trains will run between Newcastle and Edinburgh.Rail replacement buses…
Impact: CrossCountry between Penzance / Plymouth / Exeter St Davids / Bristol Temple Meads / Birmingham New Street / Derby / Sheffield / Newcastle and Edinburgh / Glasgow Central / Dundee /…
Dates: 19 Sep 2026 to 20 Sep 2026
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Transpennine Route Upgrade: no trains to / from / via Huddersfield from Saturday 19 September to Sunday 4 October
Reason: Engineering work is taking place at Huddersfield, closing all lines. Background information on the work can be found below.Northern: Huddersfield - Sheffield:Buses will replace trains…
Impact: All Northern services to / from HuddersfieldAll TransPennine Express services to / from / via Huddersfield
Dates: 19 Sep 2026 to 04 Oct 2026
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Amended 23:28 Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly service from Monday 21 to Thursday 24 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Stockport and Manchester Piccadilly, closing some lines overnight from Monday evening until Friday morning.As a result, the 23:28 Sheffield to…
Impact: Northern between Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly
Dates: 21 Sep 2026 to 24 Sep 2026
There are no planned service changes affecting your route. For more information, visit our National Rail Enquiries page.
There are currently 0 events that may impact your route.
There are currently no upcoming events that may impact your route.
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Ansdell & Fairhaven
Reason: Hazard to Passengers
Dates: From 06 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Askam
Reason: Due to reports of vandalism, the platform shelter is out of use. Customers please take ext...
Dates: From 06 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Barnsley
Reason: Toilets out of order
Dates: From 09 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Barrow-In-Furness
Reason: Ticket Office Closure
Dates: From 09 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Beverley
Reason: Ticket Office Closure
Dates: From 09 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Bingley
Reason: Lifts out of order
Dates: From 09 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Bolton
Reason: Due to a system fault, the booking office staff are currently unable to issue any tickets...
Dates: From 08 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Bridlington Facilities
Reason: Various changes
Dates: From 09 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Broad Green Facilities
Reason: Various changes
Dates: From 09 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Bryn
Reason: Throughout 2026, improvement works as part of the Access for All Scheme will be taking plac...
Dates: From 09 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Buckshaw Parkway Facilities
Reason: Various changes
Dates: From 09 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Burnley Manchester Road
Reason: Hazard to Passengers
Dates: From 06 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Carlisle
Reason: Ticket Office Closure
Dates: From 21 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Chapeltown
Reason: Hazard to Passengers
Dates: From 09 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Chorley
Reason: Lighting Problem
Dates: From 09 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
There are currently no station updates affecting your route. For more information, visit our journey check page.
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