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  • Line updates (1)

    • 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

  • Line updates (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 15:52

      Due to a safety inspection of the track between Stockport and Manchester Piccadilly some lines are blocked.

      Impact

      Train services running to and from these stations will be cancelled, delayed or revised. Disruption is expected until 20:00 19/01.

      Customer advice

      Services between Stockport and Manchester Piccadilly are currently being disrupted due to a safety inspection of the track
      Network Rail engineers are expected on site shortly

      Effect on service:
      Manchester Piccadilly - Alderley Edge services are cancelled in both directions until further notice.
      Manchester Piccadilly - Hazel Grove services are cancelled in both directions until further notice.

      Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton via Hazel Grove services are not affected by this disruption
      Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe via Alderley Edge services are not affected by this disruption

      First services affected:
      13:20 Manchester Piccadilly - Hazel Grove service is cancelled
      13:38 Manchester Piccadilly - Alderley Edge service is cancelled

      Alternative travel suggestions:

      Northern train ticket restrictions have been lifted in the affected areas, including Advance and Peak restrictions, during this disruption. Restrictions will be reinstated once the disruption ends.

      Additional Info

      For a video explaining the current disruption please see this link. https://vimeo.com/1156062106?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

      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

    Formation alerts (5)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 16:06

      15:46 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly due 16:47 has been delayed at Buxton and is now 12 minutes late.
      This is due to a fault on this train.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

      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 19/01/2026 06:21

      Facilities on the 17:45 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly due 18:47.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:21

      Facilities on the 21:14 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly due 22:15.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:21

      Facilities on the 19:20 Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton due 20:20.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:21

      Facilities on the 16:20 Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton due 17:21.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

  • Line updates (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 15:52

      Due to a safety inspection of the track between Stockport and Manchester Piccadilly some lines are blocked.

      Impact

      Train services running to and from these stations will be cancelled, delayed or revised. Disruption is expected until 20:00 19/01.

      Customer advice

      Services between Stockport and Manchester Piccadilly are currently being disrupted due to a safety inspection of the track
      Network Rail engineers are expected on site shortly

      Effect on service:
      Manchester Piccadilly - Alderley Edge services are cancelled in both directions until further notice.
      Manchester Piccadilly - Hazel Grove services are cancelled in both directions until further notice.

      Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton via Hazel Grove services are not affected by this disruption
      Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe via Alderley Edge services are not affected by this disruption

      First services affected:
      13:20 Manchester Piccadilly - Hazel Grove service is cancelled
      13:38 Manchester Piccadilly - Alderley Edge service is cancelled

      Alternative travel suggestions:

      Northern train ticket restrictions have been lifted in the affected areas, including Advance and Peak restrictions, during this disruption. Restrictions will be reinstated once the disruption ends.

      Additional Info

      For a video explaining the current disruption please see this link. https://vimeo.com/1156062106?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

      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

  • Line updates (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 15:52

      Due to a safety inspection of the track between Stockport and Manchester Piccadilly some lines are blocked.

      Impact

      Train services running to and from these stations will be cancelled, delayed or revised. Disruption is expected until 20:00 19/01.

      Customer advice

      Services between Stockport and Manchester Piccadilly are currently being disrupted due to a safety inspection of the track
      Network Rail engineers are expected on site shortly

      Effect on service:
      Manchester Piccadilly - Alderley Edge services are cancelled in both directions until further notice.
      Manchester Piccadilly - Hazel Grove services are cancelled in both directions until further notice.

      Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton via Hazel Grove services are not affected by this disruption
      Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe via Alderley Edge services are not affected by this disruption

      First services affected:
      13:20 Manchester Piccadilly - Hazel Grove service is cancelled
      13:38 Manchester Piccadilly - Alderley Edge service is cancelled

      Alternative travel suggestions:

      Northern train ticket restrictions have been lifted in the affected areas, including Advance and Peak restrictions, during this disruption. Restrictions will be reinstated once the disruption ends.

      Additional Info

      For a video explaining the current disruption please see this link. https://vimeo.com/1156062106?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

      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

    Formation alerts (2)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:24

      Facilities on the 15:46 Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly due 16:40.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:24

      Facilities on the 17:06 Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe due 18:05.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    Engineering works (1)

    • Last Updated 12/01/2026 06:00

      Planned engineering work will take place between Manchester Piccadilly and Wilmslow from 23:40, Monday 19 January 2026 to 04:55, Friday 23 January 2026.
      Some lines will be blocked.
      All services will be revised.
      Monday 19th to Friday 23rd of Janaury 2026
      The 00:44 (Not Monday) Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly service will not call at Manchester Airport. A bus will be provided from Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly, calling at Manchester Airport.
      The 04:48 (Not Monday) Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will start from Manchester Piccadilly.
      The 21:21 (Not Friday) Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will terminate at Manchester Oxford Road. A bus will be provided from Manchester Oxford Road to Manchester Airport.
      The 22:01 (Not Friday) Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport service will terminate at Manchester Piccadilly. A bus will be provided from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport.
      The 22:22 (Not Friday) Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will terminate at Manchester Piccadilly. A bus will be provided from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport.
      The 22:44 (Not Friday) Wilmlsow to Liverpool Lime Street service will depart at 23:06 and be diverted via Stockport, not calling at stations by Manchester Airport. A bus will be provided from Wilmlsow to Liverpool Lime Street, calling at stations via Manchester Airport and stopping to set down only from Manchester Piccadilly.
      The 23:00 (Not Friday) Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport service will terminate at Manchester Piccadilly. A bus will be provided from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport.
      The 23:17 (Not Friday) Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will start from Manchester Oxford Road. A bus will be provided from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North, stopping to set down only from Manchester Oxford Road.
      The 23:22 (Not Friday) Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will terminate at Manchester Piccadilly. A bus will be provided from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport.
      The 23:37 (Not Friday) Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport service will be bus replaced throughout.
      The 23:46 (Not Friday) Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will start from Manchester Piccadilly. A bus will be provided from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North, stopping to set down only from Manchester Piccadilly.

      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).

  • Line updates (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 15:52

      Due to a safety inspection of the track between Stockport and Manchester Piccadilly some lines are blocked.

      Impact

      Train services running to and from these stations will be cancelled, delayed or revised. Disruption is expected until 20:00 19/01.

      Customer advice

      Services between Stockport and Manchester Piccadilly are currently being disrupted due to a safety inspection of the track
      Network Rail engineers are expected on site shortly

      Effect on service:
      Manchester Piccadilly - Alderley Edge services are cancelled in both directions until further notice.
      Manchester Piccadilly - Hazel Grove services are cancelled in both directions until further notice.

      Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton via Hazel Grove services are not affected by this disruption
      Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe via Alderley Edge services are not affected by this disruption

      First services affected:
      13:20 Manchester Piccadilly - Hazel Grove service is cancelled
      13:38 Manchester Piccadilly - Alderley Edge service is cancelled

      Alternative travel suggestions:

      Northern train ticket restrictions have been lifted in the affected areas, including Advance and Peak restrictions, during this disruption. Restrictions will be reinstated once the disruption ends.

      Additional Info

      For a video explaining the current disruption please see this link. https://vimeo.com/1156062106?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

      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

    Formation alerts (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:24

      Facilities on the 21:43 Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-On-Trent due 22:40.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

  • Train cancellations (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 16:02

      17:14 York to Leeds due 18:28 will be cancelled.
      This is due to a fault on this train at Burley Park.

      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 (2)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 16:27

      Facilities on the 20:14 York to Leeds due 21:28.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 16:27

      Facilities on the 18:36 Leeds to York due 19:51.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    Other train service updates (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 15:59

      15:36 Leeds to York due 16:50 was terminated at Burley Park.
      It will no longer call at Headingley, Horsforth, Weeton, Pannal, Hornbeam Park, Harrogate, Starbeck, Knaresborough, Cattal, Hammerton, Poppleton and York.
      This is due to a fault on this train at Burley Park.

      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

    Engineering works (1)

    • Last Updated 12/01/2026 06:00

      Planned engineering work will take place between York and Leeds from 00:01, Saturday 17 January 2026 to 23:59, Friday 23 January 2026.
      Some lines will be blocked.
      All services will be revised.
      Saturday 17th to Friday 23rd of Janaury 2026.
      Blackpool North York: Trains will terminate at Leeds.
      York Blackpool North: Trains will start from Leeds.
      Leeds York: Trains will terminate at Micklefield.
      York Leeds: Trains will start from Micklefield.
      Buses will be provided between Micklefield and York (in both directions). TPE train services will operate between Leeds and York (in both directions) via Castleford.
      Services between Halifax/Leeds and Selby/Hull (in both directions) will run as normally advertised.

      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).

  • Formation alerts (3)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:24

      Facilities on the 18:16 Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly due 19:28.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:24

      Facilities on the 19:36 Manchester Piccadilly to Wilmslow due 20:09.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:24

      Facilities on the 20:44 Wilmslow to Manchester Piccadilly due 21:28.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    Engineering works (1)

    • Last Updated 12/01/2026 06:00

      Planned engineering work will take place between Manchester Piccadilly and Wilmslow from 23:40, Monday 19 January 2026 to 04:55, Friday 23 January 2026.
      Some lines will be blocked.
      All services will be revised.
      Monday 19th to Friday 23rd of Janaury 2026
      The 00:44 (Not Monday) Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly service will not call at Manchester Airport. A bus will be provided from Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly, calling at Manchester Airport.
      The 04:48 (Not Monday) Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will start from Manchester Piccadilly.
      The 21:21 (Not Friday) Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will terminate at Manchester Oxford Road. A bus will be provided from Manchester Oxford Road to Manchester Airport.
      The 22:01 (Not Friday) Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport service will terminate at Manchester Piccadilly. A bus will be provided from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport.
      The 22:22 (Not Friday) Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will terminate at Manchester Piccadilly. A bus will be provided from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport.
      The 22:44 (Not Friday) Wilmlsow to Liverpool Lime Street service will depart at 23:06 and be diverted via Stockport, not calling at stations by Manchester Airport. A bus will be provided from Wilmlsow to Liverpool Lime Street, calling at stations via Manchester Airport and stopping to set down only from Manchester Piccadilly.
      The 23:00 (Not Friday) Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport service will terminate at Manchester Piccadilly. A bus will be provided from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport.
      The 23:17 (Not Friday) Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will start from Manchester Oxford Road. A bus will be provided from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North, stopping to set down only from Manchester Oxford Road.
      The 23:22 (Not Friday) Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will terminate at Manchester Piccadilly. A bus will be provided from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport.
      The 23:37 (Not Friday) Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport service will be bus replaced throughout.
      The 23:46 (Not Friday) Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will start from Manchester Piccadilly. A bus will be provided from Manchester Airport to Blackpool North, stopping to set down only from Manchester Piccadilly.

      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).

  • Formation alerts (5)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:36

      Facilities on the 17:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 18:34.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:36

      Facilities on the 18:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 20:15.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:36

      Facilities on the 14:26 Chester to Leeds due 16:41.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:36

      Facilities on the 20:42 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 22:04.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:36

      Facilities on the 22:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 00:15.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    Other train service updates (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 16:10

      15:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 16:29 has been previously delayed, has been further delayed between Bradford Interchange and Halifax and is now 15 minutes late.
      This is due to trespassers on the railway earlier today.

      Further Info

      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.

  • Formation alerts (4)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:18

      Facilities on the 15:22 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Oxford Road due 16:33.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:18

      Facilities on the 18:22 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Oxford Road due 19:33.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:18

      Facilities on the 19:46 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:55.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:18

      Facilities on the 16:46 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street due 17:55.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    Engineering works (1)

    • Last Updated 12/01/2026 06:00

      Planned engineering work will take place between Liverpool Lime Street and Hunts Cross from 23:55, Monday 19 January 2026 to 05:00, Friday 23 January 2026.
      Some lines will be blocked.
      All services will be revised.
      Monday 19th to Friday 23rd of January 2026
      The 22:47 (Not Friday) Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street service will not call at West Allerton and Mossley Hill. A bus will be provided from Liverpool South Parkway to Liverpool Lime Street to serve these stations.
      The 23:28 (Not Friday) Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street service will be replaced by a bus throughout.
      The 23:36 (Not Friday) Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly service will be replaced by a bus 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).

  • Formation alerts (3)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:33

      Facilities on the 19:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 20:50.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:33

      Facilities on the 15:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 16:50.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:33

      Facilities on the 17:22 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 19:00.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

  • Other train service updates (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 07:18

      19:56 Southport to Manchester Oxford Road due 21:15 will be starting late from Southport and is expected to be 3 minutes late.
      This is due to a member of train crew unavailable earlier.

      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.

  • Formation alerts (11)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:32

      Facilities on the 20:20 Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate due 22:13.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:32

      Facilities on the 22:49 Wigan Wallgate to Rochdale due 23:57.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:45

      Facilities on the 22:20 Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate due 00:23.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:32

      Facilities on the 17:54 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 20:10.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:45

      Facilities on the 17:19 Blackburn to Headbolt Lane due 19:41.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:32

      Facilities on the 15:20 Blackburn to Headbolt Lane due 17:41.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:45

      Facilities on the 14:39 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 17:11.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:25

      Facilities on the 14:20 Blackburn to Headbolt Lane due 16:41.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:45

      Facilities on the 19:48 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 22:10.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:25

      Facilities on the 16:51 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 19:10.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:25

      Facilities on the 19:20 Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate due 21:13.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

  • Formation alerts (4)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:35

      Facilities on the 22:39 Clitheroe to Manchester Victoria due 23:52.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:35

      Facilities on the 18:24 Clitheroe to Rochdale due 20:02.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:35

      Facilities on the 16:21 Rochdale to Clitheroe due 18:00.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:35

      Facilities on the 20:21 Rochdale to Clitheroe due 22:00.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

  • Formation alerts (7)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:30

      Facilities on the 19:18 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 19:52.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:30

      Facilities on the 18:34 New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly due 19:07.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:30

      Facilities on the 22:26 New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly due 23:00.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:30

      Facilities on the 16:18 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 16:52.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:30

      Facilities on the 21:15 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 21:48.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:30

      Facilities on the 20:34 New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly due 21:07.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:30

      Facilities on the 17:35 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 18:09.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

  • Other train service updates (3)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 16:06

      13:33 Carlisle to Middlesbrough due 16:14 has been delayed between Sunderland and Hartlepool and is now 19 minutes late.
      This is due to vulnerable person near the line near Horden.

      Further Info

      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 19/01/2026 16:13

      14:54 Carlisle to Newcastle due 16:16 has been delayed between Haltwhistle and Hexham and is now 27 minutes late.
      This is due to a fault with the signalling system near Haltwhistle.

      Further Info

      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 19/01/2026 16:17

      16:26 Newcastle to Carlisle due 17:56 will be starting late from Newcastle and is expected to be 16 minutes late.
      This is due to a fault with the signalling system earlier today near Haltwhistle.

      Further Info

      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.

  • Formation alerts (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 11:23

      Facilities on the 19:45 Barrow-In-Furness to Manchester Victoria due 21:52.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

      Further Info

      NH728

    Other train service updates (2)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 16:01

      12:29 Manchester Airport to Corkickle due 16:23 has been delayed at Millom and is now 18 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 19/01/2026 16:01

      16:29 Corkickle to Lancaster due 19:06 will be starting late from Corkickle and is expected to be 13 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.

  • Formation alerts (3)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:45

      Facilities on the 20:16 Hull to Halifax due 22:03.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:45

      Facilities on the 18:17 Halifax to Hull due 20:00.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:45

      Facilities on the 16:15 Hull to Halifax due 18:05.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

  • Formation alerts (14)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:02

      Facilities on the 20:57 Leeds to Skipton due 21:43.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:02

      Facilities on the 19:48 Skipton to Leeds due 20:33.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:02

      Facilities on the 17:47 Skipton to Leeds due 18:30.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:02

      Facilities on the 21:48 Skipton to Leeds due 22:34.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:05

      Facilities on the 19:26 Leeds to Skipton due 20:13.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:05

      Facilities on the 17:18 Leeds to Skipton due 18:02.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:05

      Facilities on the 20:17 Skipton to Leeds due 21:02.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:05

      Facilities on the 16:16 Skipton to Leeds due 17:00.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:02

      Facilities on the 16:56 Leeds to Skipton due 17:39.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:48

      Facilities on the 21:17 Skipton to Leeds due 22:02.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:05

      Facilities on the 18:17 Skipton to Leeds due 19:00.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:05

      Facilities on the 23:20 Leeds to Skipton due 00:04.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:02

      Facilities on the 22:56 Leeds to Skipton due 23:38.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:02

      Facilities on the 18:56 Leeds to Skipton due 19:40.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

  • Formation alerts (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:59

      Facilities on the 20:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 21:36.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

  • Formation alerts (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:57

      Facilities on the 22:51 Huddersfield to Sheffield due 00:10.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

  • Formation alerts (1)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:59

      Facilities on the 20:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 21:36.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

  • Formation alerts (2)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:48

      Facilities on the 17:00 Bradford Forster Square to Leeds due 17:25.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:48

      Facilities on the 17:39 Leeds to Bradford Forster Square due 18:03.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

  • Formation alerts (4)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:05

      Facilities on the 22:10 Ilkley to Leeds due 22:40.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:05

      Facilities on the 21:33 Leeds to Ilkley due 22:00.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:48

      Facilities on the 23:36 Leeds to Ilkley due 00:03.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 05:02

      Facilities on the 16:10 Ilkley to Leeds due 16:40.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

  • Formation alerts (4)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:48

      Facilities on the 20:11 Bradford Forster Square to Skipton due 20:52.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:48

      Facilities on the 16:05 Skipton to Bradford Forster Square due 16:42.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:48

      Facilities on the 19:04 Skipton to Bradford Forster Square due 19:45.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:48

      Facilities on the 18:11 Bradford Forster Square to Skipton due 18:50.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

  • Line updates (1)

    • Last Updated 06/01/2026 11:41

      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 (6)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 14:32

      16:33 Alderley Edge to Manchester Piccadilly due 17:02 will be cancelled.
      This is due to urgent repairs to the track.

      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 19/01/2026 14:32

      16:38 Manchester Piccadilly to Alderley Edge due 17:07 will be cancelled.
      This is due to urgent repairs to the track.

      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 19/01/2026 14:33

      16:43 Newcastle to Morpeth due 17:05 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, East Midlands Railway 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

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 15:45

      17:00 Manchester Piccadilly to Hazel Grove due 17:26 will be cancelled.
      This is due to urgent repairs to the track.

      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 19/01/2026 14:33

      17:28 Morpeth to Newcastle due 17:52 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, East Midlands Railway 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

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 14:32

      17:33 Alderley Edge to Manchester Piccadilly due 18:02 will be cancelled.
      This is due to urgent repairs to the track.

      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 (16)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:44

      Facilities on the 15:49 Hull to Doncaster due 16:55.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:57

      Facilities on the 16:27 Bradford Interchange to Leeds due 17:29.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 14:26

      Facilities on the 16:45 York to Bridlington due 18:44.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:44

      Facilities on the 17:04 Doncaster to Hull due 18:12.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:57

      Facilities on the 17:48 Leeds to Bradford Interchange due 18:58.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:44

      Facilities on the 18:53 Hull to Doncaster due 19:58.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 14:26

      Facilities on the 18:57 Bridlington to York due 20:56.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:57

      Facilities on the 19:27 Bradford Interchange to Leeds due 20:29.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:44

      Facilities on the 20:08 Doncaster to Hull due 21:14.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:57

      Facilities on the 20:50 Leeds to Huddersfield due 21:24.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:33

      Facilities on the 21:21 Blackpool North to Manchester Oxford Road due 22:43.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:59

      Facilities on the 21:47 Leeds to Huddersfield due 22:24.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:45

      Facilities on the 22:21 Halifax to Leeds due 22:57.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:21

      Facilities on the 23:23 Manchester Piccadilly to Hazel Grove due 23:48.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 04:45

      Facilities on the 23:27 Leeds to Halifax due 00:06.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 06:33

      Facilities on the 23:36 Manchester Oxford Road to Blackpool North due 00:50.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    Other train service updates (2)

    • Last Updated 19/01/2026 16:06

      15:46 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly due 16:47 has been delayed at Buxton and is now 12 minutes late.
      This is due to a fault on this train.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

      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 19/01/2026 15:45

      Additional 17:35 Manchester Piccadilly to Stockport due 17:48 will be starting late from Manchester Piccadilly and is expected to be 5 minutes late.
      This is due to urgent repairs to the track.

      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.

    Engineering works (1)

    • Last Updated 12/01/2026 06:00

      Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Colne on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 23:30, Monday 19 January 2026 to 05:10, Friday 23 January 2026.
      Some lines will be blocked.
      Some services will be replaced by buses between Rose Grove and Colne. Monday 19th to Friday 23rd of January 2026
      The 22:51 (Not Friday) Preston to Colne service will terminate at Rose Grove. A bus will be provided from Rose Grove to Colne.
      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).

  • All other routes have a good service. For live updates see our journey check page.

Stations

  • 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.

  • Altrincham station has no platform staffing.

  • There is no lighting at the station at Bare Lane station.

    Please take additional care when boarding & alighting trains at this station. Our engineering teams are working hard to resolve the fault as quickly as possible.

  • There is no lighting on the platform at Ben Rhydding station.

  • The lifts will be out of order between platform 2 and the overbridge from now until further notice at Bingley station.

  • Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Blackpool South station.

  • There is no lighting on the platform at Brinnington station.

    Due to a fault with the lighting on the platforms, passengers should take extra care when using this 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.

  • At Broadbottom station, the following issues have been reported:
    The ticket office will be closed from now until 23:59 on 25/01/2026.
    Staff are in attendance.
    Due to refurbishment works, the ticket office will be closed from 19/01/2026, and is not expected to reopen until the end of the week (25/01/2026).

    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.

  • Owing to uneven platforms the station has been closed at Burnage station.

  • There is no lighting on the platforms at Burscough Bridge station.

    Due to a fault with the lighting on the platforms, passengers should take extra care when using this station.

  • The lifts will be out of order from now until further notice at Castleford station.

  • There is no lighting at the station at Chapel-En-Le-Frith station.

    Due to a fault with the station lighting, customers are advised to take extra care when moving about the 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.

  • The lifts will be out of order between platform 0 and platforms 1, 3 and the station exit from now until further notice at Doncaster 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 1

  • Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Gorton station.

  • There is no passenger assistance at this station from 06:15 - 13:00. Please contact our Customer Experience Centre on 0800 200 6060.

  • The ticket office will be closed from now until the end of the day at Hartlepool station.

  • There is no lighting on the footbridge between the entrance and platform 1 or on the footbridge between the entrance and platform 2 at Heaton Chapel station.

    Due to a fault with the lighting on the stairs between the road bridge and the platforms at Heaton Chapel, customers are advised to take extra care when moving about the station.

  • The ticket office has now reopened at Horsforth station.

  • Owing to uneven surface on platform 1 passengers should take extra care at Hoscar station.

  • The lifts will be out of order between platform 1 and the subway from 00:00 on 15/01/2026 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 are now working at Lincoln station.

  • At Marple station, the following issues have been reported:
    Step free access will be unavailable at the station between platform 2 and 1 from 06:15 on 27/01/2026 until 23:59 on 29/01/2026.
    The lifts will be out of order between platform 2 and 1 from 06:15 on 27/01/2026 until 23:59 on 29/01/2026.

    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 customer information system is working at Menston station.

  • Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Mossley Hill station.

  • There is no lighting at the car park at Newton-Le-Willows station.

    Due to a fault with the lighting on the car park, customers are asked to take extra care when moving about the station.

  • There is no lighting at the car park at Newton-Le-Willows station.

    Our engineers are aware of the fault and are attempting to rectify the issue as soon as possible.

  • At Northwich station, the following issues have been reported:
    The ticket office will be closed from 06:12 on 13/01/2026 until further notice.
    Due to ongoing refurbishment work, the station ticket office will be closed until early 2026. Ticket vending machines are available and staff are on site to assist between 07:00-12:30 Monday to Saturday.

  • There is no lighting on the platform at Rufford station.

    Due to a fault with the lighting on the platforms, passengers should take extra care when using this station.

  • The subway between platforms 3, 4 and 5 is currently out of use at Shipley station due to flooding.
    Customers are advised to use the lifts and the footbridge between these platforms until further notice.

  • 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.

  • 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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