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Currently there are 28 route disruptions and 35 station updates
Routes
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Line updates (2)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 21:06
Due to theft of signalling cables between Darlington and Bishop Auckland all lines are blocked.
Impact
Train services running to and from these stations will be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
Customer advice
What's happened?
Services between Darlington and Bishop Auckland are being disrupted due to a theft of signalling cables.
Network Rail staff are en route to the area to investigate the cause.
How does this affect my journey?
Train services are unable to run between Darlington and Bishop Auckland in both directions.
What should I do?
Rail replacement transport is being sourced to run between Darlington and Bishop Auckland in both directions.
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.
Replacement transport:
Road transport has been confirmed to run as follows:
21:35 from Darlington to Bishop Auckland, calling at all stations. Operated by NorthStar.
21:55 from Bishop Auckland to Darlington, calling at all stations. Operated by 626 Coaches.
Please check station information posters for the location of the bus pick up points and be advised that bicycles, e-bikes and dogs (except for service dogs) are not permitted on replacement road transport.
Journey times may be extended by up to 20 minutes whilst travelling by road transport.Additional Info
For real time journey updates or to re-plan your journey please visit www.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. -
Last Updated 06/02/2026 15:25
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 28/06.
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
Other train service updates (4)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 21:05
21:53 Bishop Auckland to Saltburn due 23:17 will be started from Darlington.
It will no longer call at Bishop Auckland, Shildon, Newton Aycliffe, Heighington and North Road.
This is due to theft of signalling cables near Darlington.
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
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 19:38
19:54 Bishop Auckland to Saltburn due 21:17 will be started from Darlington.
It will no longer call at Bishop Auckland, Shildon, Newton Aycliffe, Heighington and North Road.
This is due to failure of the electricity supply near Darlington.
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
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 20:07
20:53 Bishop Auckland to Saltburn due 22:22 will be started from Darlington.
It will no longer call at Bishop Auckland, Shildon, Newton Aycliffe, Heighington and North Road.
This is due to theft of signalling cables near Darlington.
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
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 21:05
20:27 Saltburn to Bishop Auckland due 21:48 will be terminated at Darlington.
It will no longer call at North Road, Heighington, Newton Aycliffe, Shildon and Bishop Auckland.
This is due to theft of signalling cables near Darlington.
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
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Line updates (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 19:59
Following a fault with the signalling system between Wigan Wallgate and Southport all lines have now reopened.
Impact
Train services running to and from these stations are returning to normal but some services may still be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until 04:00 24/02.
Customer advice
What's happened?
Following disruption caused by a fault with the signalling system, services between Wigan Wallgate and Southport are now returning to normal.
How does this affect my journey?
Services on the following routes are now able to run between Wigan Wallgate and Southport in both directions:
Between Manchester Oxford Road and Southport.
Between Stalybridge and Southport.
Northern services between Wigan North Western and Liverpool Lime Street are not affected.
What should I do?
You can travel on the next Northern service to your destination, where available.
You can also travel on MerseyRail services at no extra cost between Liverpool and Southport.
Please note that other train operators may also be affected by disruption please check your whole journey before travelling.
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 real time journey updates or to re-plan your journey please visit www.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.Further Info
An update will follow within the next 3 hours.
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated 16/02/2026 00:01
Planned engineering work will take place between Salford Crescent and Ince/Wigan Wallgate/Southport from 22:45, Monday 23 February 2026 to 05:30, Friday 27 February 2026.
Some lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 23rd to friday 27th February 2026
The 2130 (Not Friday) Blackburn to Southport service will be diverted via an alternative route between Manchester Victoria and Wigan Wallgate, and will not call at stations via Swinton and Atherton. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate to serve these stations.
The 2220 (Not Friday) Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate service will terminate at Manchester Victoria. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate.
The 2225 (Not Friday) Southport to Manchester Victoria service will run between Southport and Wigan Wallgate, and between Bolton and Manchester Victoria. A bus will be provided from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoria, stopping to set down only from Bolton.
The 2227 (Not Friday) Manchester Oxford Road to Wigan North Western service will terminate at Bolton. A bus will be provided from Bolton to Wigan North Western.
The 2249 (Not Friday) Wigan Wallgate to Rochdale service will start from Manchester Victoria. A bus will be provided from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoria.
The 2320 (Not Friday) Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate service will depart at 2303 and will not call at intermediate stations. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate calling at stations normally served by the train.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).
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Line updates (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 18:56
Due to urgent repairs to the railway between Skipton and Carlisle trains have to run at reduced speed on all lines.
Impact
Train services running through these stations may be delayed by up to 30 minutes. Disruption is expected until the end of the day on 25/02/26.
Customer advice
What's happened?
Services between Skipton and Carlisle are being disrupted due to urgent repairs to the railway.
Network Rail staff are on site and expect repairs to take until at least the end of service on Wedneday 25/02.
How does this affect my journey?
Train services will have to run at a reduced speed between Skipton and Appleby in both directions and may be delayed.
Northern services between Skipton and Morecambe/Lancaster are not affected.
What should I do?
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 real time journey updates or to re-plan your journey please visit www.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.Further Info
An update will follow within the next 6 hours.
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 20:38
18:18 Leeds to Carlisle due 20:57 has been delayed at Kirkby Stephen and is now 32 minutes late.
This is due to earlier engineering works not being finished on time at Kirkby Stephen.
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.
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Line updates (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 20:41
Following theft of signalling cables between Doncaster and Conisbrough all lines have now reopened.
Impact
Train services running through these stations are returning to normal. Disruption is expected until 21:45 23/02.
Customer advice
What's happened?
Following disruption between Doncaster and Sheffield, all lines have now re-opened.
Network Rail staff are on site.
How does this affect my journey?
Train services can run between Doncaster and Conisbrough in both directions at a reduced speed. This may cause some delays to train services.
Services on the following routes will be affected by this disruption:
Between Sheffield and Doncaster/Adwick.
Between Sheffield and Hull/Scarborough.
What should I do?
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.
Replacement transport:
Road transport is not currently required.Additional Info
For a video explaining the current disruption please see this link: https://vimeo.com/1167435174?fl=pl&fe=cm
For real time journey updates or to re-plan your journey please visit www.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.Further Info
An update will follow within the next 1 hour.
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 20:05
19:00 Scarborough to Sheffield due 21:50 will be started from Hull and terminated at Doncaster.
It will no longer call at Scarborough, Seamer, Filey, Hunmanby, Bempton, Bridlington, Driffield, Beverley, Cottingham, Meadowhall and Sheffield.
This is due to theft of signalling cables.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
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Train cancellations (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 18:23
21:11 Huddersfield to Sheffield due 22:28 will be cancelled.
This is due to theft of signalling cables near Doncaster.
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
Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 06:12
Facilities on the 22:51 Huddersfield to Sheffield due 00:10.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Line updates (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 20:41
Following theft of signalling cables between Doncaster and Conisbrough all lines have now reopened.
Impact
Train services running through these stations are returning to normal. Disruption is expected until 21:45 23/02.
Customer advice
What's happened?
Following disruption between Doncaster and Sheffield, all lines have now re-opened.
Network Rail staff are on site.
How does this affect my journey?
Train services can run between Doncaster and Conisbrough in both directions at a reduced speed. This may cause some delays to train services.
Services on the following routes will be affected by this disruption:
Between Sheffield and Doncaster/Adwick.
Between Sheffield and Hull/Scarborough.
What should I do?
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.
Replacement transport:
Road transport is not currently required.Additional Info
For a video explaining the current disruption please see this link: https://vimeo.com/1167435174?fl=pl&fe=cm
For real time journey updates or to re-plan your journey please visit www.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.Further Info
An update will follow within the next 1 hour.
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 21:01
20:24 Adwick to Sheffield due 21:14 has been delayed at Conisbrough and is now 18 minutes late.
This is due to theft of signalling cables near Doncaster.
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.
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Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 21:01
21:14 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly due 22:15 will be starting late from Buxton and is expected to be 10 minutes late.
This is due to train crew being delayed.
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.
Engineering works (2)
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Last Updated 16/02/2026 00:01
Planned engineering work will take place between Levenshulme and Manchester Piccadilly/Wilmslow, and between Congleton and Bramhall on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 23:35, Monday 23 February 2026 to 05:45, Friday 27 February 2026.
Some lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 23rd to Friday 27th February 2026
The 2223 (Not Friday) Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will call additionally at Heald Green.
The 2246 (Not Friday) Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke service will be bus replaced throughout.
The 2257 (Not Friday) Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly service will not call at Heaton Chapel and Levenshulme. A bus will be provided from Stockport to Manchester Piccadilly.
The 2312 (Not Friday) Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly service will not call at stations between Wilmslow and Manchester Piccadilly. A bus will be provided from Wilmslow to Manchester Piccadilly.
The 2316 (Not Friday) Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfield service will be bus replaced throughout.
The 2323 (Not Friday) Manchester Piccadilly to Hazel Grove service will be bus replaced throughout.
The 2337 (Not Friday) Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Airport service will not run.
The 2336 (Not Friday) Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe service will depart at 2337, will be diverted to run via Heald Green and will not call at stations between Manchester Piccadilly and Wilmslow. A bus will be provided from Manchester Piccadilly to Wilmslow to serve these stations.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560). -
Last Updated 16/02/2026 00:01
Planned engineering work will take place between Levenshulme and Manchester Piccadilly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 23:50, Monday 23 February 2026 to 05:05, Friday 27 February 2026.
Some lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 23rd to Friday 27th February 2026
The 2328 (Not Friday) Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly service will not call at Stockport. A bus will be provided from Chinley to Manchester Piccadilly, calling at Stockport.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).
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Train cancellations (2)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 17:12
21:49 Preston to Blackpool South due 22:25 will be cancelled.
This is due to a points failure.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated 23/02/2026 17:12
22:30 Blackpool South to Preston due 23:08 will be cancelled.
This is due to a points failure.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
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Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 06:07
Facilities on the 21:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 22:29.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 20:26
19:42 Leeds to Chester due 22:02 has been delayed at Bradford Interchange and is now 20 minutes late.
This is due to a fault on this train.
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.
Engineering works (2)
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Last Updated 16/02/2026 00:01
Planned engineering work will take place between Blackburn and Todmorden/Hebden Bridge on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 00:10, Monday 23 February 2026 to 05:30, Friday 27 February 2026.
Some lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Monday 23rd to Friday 27th February.
The 2019 (Not Friday) Blackpool North to Leeds service will terminate at Bradford Interchange. Onward services are available.
The 2258 (Not Friday) Leeds to Blackburn service will not run. Customers from Leeds should travel on the 2242 Leeds to Manchester Victoria service to Hebden Bridge. A bus will be provided from Hebden Bridge to Blackburn.
The 2303 (Not Friday) Manchester Victoria to Blackburn via Todmorden will not run. Customers should use the 2323 Manchester Victoria to Leeds service to Todmorden. A bus will be provided from Todmorden to Blackburn.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560). -
Last Updated 16/02/2026 00:01
Planned engineering work will take place between Salford Crescent and Ince/Wigan Wallgate/Southport from 22:45, Monday 23 February 2026 to 05:30, Friday 27 February 2026.
Some lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 23rd to friday 27th February 2026
The 2130 (Not Friday) Blackburn to Southport service will be diverted via an alternative route between Manchester Victoria and Wigan Wallgate, and will not call at stations via Swinton and Atherton. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate to serve these stations.
The 2220 (Not Friday) Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate service will terminate at Manchester Victoria. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate.
The 2225 (Not Friday) Southport to Manchester Victoria service will run between Southport and Wigan Wallgate, and between Bolton and Manchester Victoria. A bus will be provided from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoria, stopping to set down only from Bolton.
The 2227 (Not Friday) Manchester Oxford Road to Wigan North Western service will terminate at Bolton. A bus will be provided from Bolton to Wigan North Western.
The 2249 (Not Friday) Wigan Wallgate to Rochdale service will start from Manchester Victoria. A bus will be provided from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoria.
The 2320 (Not Friday) Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate service will depart at 2303 and will not call at intermediate stations. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate calling at stations normally served by the train.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).
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Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 10:22
Facilities on the 20:32 Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street due 21:53.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated 16/02/2026 00:01
Planned engineering work will take place between Liverpool Lime Street and Broad Green from 23:30, Monday 23 February 2026 to 05:20, Friday 27 February 2026.
Some lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 23rd to Friday 27th September
The 2217 (Not Friday) Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street service will not call at stations between St Helens Central and Liverpool Lime Street. A bus will be provided from St Helens Central to Liverpool Lime Street.
The 2243 (Not Friday) Wilmslow to Liverpool Lime Street service will terminate at Manchester Piccadilly. A bus will be provided from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Street.
The 2330 (Not Friday) Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria service will depart at 2320 and run EARIER than normally advertised to Broad Green. A bus will be provided from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria, departing Liverpool Lime Street at 2330 and stopping to set down only from Broad 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).
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Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 05:46
Facilities on the 19:48 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 21:25.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 05:42
Facilities on the 20:20 Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate due 22:13.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Engineering works (2)
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Last Updated 16/02/2026 00:01
Planned engineering work will take place between Blackburn and Todmorden/Hebden Bridge on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 00:10, Monday 23 February 2026 to 05:30, Friday 27 February 2026.
Some lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Monday 23rd to Friday 27th February.
The 2019 (Not Friday) Blackpool North to Leeds service will terminate at Bradford Interchange. Onward services are available.
The 2258 (Not Friday) Leeds to Blackburn service will not run. Customers from Leeds should travel on the 2242 Leeds to Manchester Victoria service to Hebden Bridge. A bus will be provided from Hebden Bridge to Blackburn.
The 2303 (Not Friday) Manchester Victoria to Blackburn via Todmorden will not run. Customers should use the 2323 Manchester Victoria to Leeds service to Todmorden. A bus will be provided from Todmorden to Blackburn.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560). -
Last Updated 16/02/2026 00:01
Planned engineering work will take place between Salford Crescent and Ince/Wigan Wallgate/Southport from 22:45, Monday 23 February 2026 to 05:30, Friday 27 February 2026.
Some lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 23rd to friday 27th February 2026
The 2130 (Not Friday) Blackburn to Southport service will be diverted via an alternative route between Manchester Victoria and Wigan Wallgate, and will not call at stations via Swinton and Atherton. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate to serve these stations.
The 2220 (Not Friday) Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate service will terminate at Manchester Victoria. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate.
The 2225 (Not Friday) Southport to Manchester Victoria service will run between Southport and Wigan Wallgate, and between Bolton and Manchester Victoria. A bus will be provided from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoria, stopping to set down only from Bolton.
The 2227 (Not Friday) Manchester Oxford Road to Wigan North Western service will terminate at Bolton. A bus will be provided from Bolton to Wigan North Western.
The 2249 (Not Friday) Wigan Wallgate to Rochdale service will start from Manchester Victoria. A bus will be provided from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoria.
The 2320 (Not Friday) Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate service will depart at 2303 and will not call at intermediate stations. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate calling at stations normally served by the train.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).
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Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 12:51
Facilities on the 22:26 Leeds to Skipton due 23:12.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 12:51
Facilities on the 21:37 Ilkley to Leeds due 22:06.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Line updates (1)
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Last Updated 06/02/2026 14:43
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 customers on station platforms, please listen for announcements or consult Customer Information Screens for up-to-date train running information.
For live real time journey updates on board your train please visit journeycheck.com/northern, message us on X.com @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00), or search for #NorthernUpdates
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern or TransPennine Express within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
Train cancellations (3)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 19:21
19:30 Southport to Stalybridge due 21:06 will be cancelled.
This is due to a fault with the signalling system.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated 23/02/2026 19:46
20:18 Blackburn to Manchester Victoria due 21:08 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable at Blackburn.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated 23/02/2026 19:21
21:20 Stalybridge to Manchester Victoria due 21:33 will be cancelled.
This is due to a fault with the signalling system.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
Formation alerts (4)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 06:16
Facilities on the 20:08 Doncaster to Hull due 21:14.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 05:49
Facilities on the 20:23 York to Blackpool North due 23:05.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 06:12
Facilities on the 20:47 Leeds to Huddersfield due 21:21.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 05:46
Facilities on the 21:56 Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadilly due 23:10.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Other train service updates (5)
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 19:08
19:18 Leeds to Lancaster due 21:13 will be starting late from Leeds and is expected to be 13 minutes late.
This is due to earlier engineering works not being finished on time at Kirkby Stephen.
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.
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 19:04
19:56 Sheffield to Hull due 21:19 will be started from Doncaster.
It will no longer call at Sheffield and Meadowhall.
This is due to theft of signalling cables near Doncaster.
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
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 20:05
20:56 Sheffield to Bridlington due 23:00 will be started from Doncaster.
It will no longer call at Sheffield and Meadowhall.
This is due to theft of signalling cables near Doncaster.
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
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Last Updated 23/02/2026 21:01
21:14 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly due 22:15 will be starting late from Buxton and is expected to be 10 minutes late.
This is due to train crew being delayed.
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 23/02/2026 20:05
21:57 Sheffield to Hull due 23:18 will be started from Doncaster.
It will no longer call at Sheffield and Meadowhall.
This is due to theft of signalling cables.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
Engineering works (3)
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Last Updated 16/02/2026 00:01
Planned engineering work will take place between Middlesbrough and Battersby from 00:01, Monday 23 February 2026 to 04:50, Saturday 28 February 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be replaced by buses throughout.
Monday 23rd to Friday 27th February 2026
MONDAY TO FRIDAY
Middlesbrough Nunthorpe/Whitby (in both directions): Trains 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). -
Last Updated 16/02/2026 00:01
Planned engineering work will take place between Stockport and Plumley/Chester on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 00:30, Monday 23 February 2026 to 06:00, Friday 27 February 2026.
Some lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 23rd to friday 27th February 2026
The 2252 (Not Friday) Chester to Manchester Piccadilly service will be bus replaced throughout.
The 2313 (Not Friday) Manchester Piccadilly to Chester 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). -
Last Updated 16/02/2026 00:01
Planned engineering work will take place between Blackburn and Colne on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 23:30, Monday 23 February 2026 to 05:20, Friday 27 February 2026.
Some lines will be blocked.
Some services will be revised.
Monday 23rd to Friday 27th February 2026
The 2342 (Not Friday) Clitheroe to Blackburn service will be bus replaced throughout.
The 0552 (Not Monday) Colne to Preston service will start from Rose Grove. A bus will be provided from Colne to Rose Grove, departing Colne at 0530 to connect with the train at Rose Grove.
The 2238 (Not Monday) Preston to Colne service will terminate at Blackburn. A bus will be provided between Blackburn and 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).
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All other routes have a good service. For live updates see our journey check page.
Stations
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Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Accrington station.
Customers are advised that there have been loose Coping Stones reported on the Platform 2 edge at this station. Customers are requested to take care when boarding/alighting trains.
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The ticket office will be closed from 15:35 on 23/02/2026 until the end of the day at Appleby station.
At Barrow-In-Furness station, the following issues have been reported:
Various toilets on platform 2/3 are out of order.
The waiting room on platform 2/3 has been closed for repairs.
The waiting room and toilets on platform 1 are still open.The lifts will be out of order between the car park and the footbridge from now until further notice at Billingham station.
The ticket office will be closed from now until further notice at Bishop Auckland station.
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 passengers should take extra care at Blackpool South station.
There is no lighting on platform 2 at Bramhall station.
Customers are advised to take extra care when moving about the station, due to the lighting on platform 2 being reported as faulty.
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.
The ticket office will be closed from now until further notice at Congleton station.
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 passengers should take extra care at Davenport station.
Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Dove Holes station.
For passengers who need assistance please speak to a member of station staff or contact the Northern Passenger Assistance team on 0800 138 5560.
The ticket office is closed at Edge Hill 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.
Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care on platform 2 at Euxton Balshaw Lane station.
The ticket office will be closed from now until the end of the day at Grange-Over-Sands station.
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 Hindley station, the following issues have been reported:
The ticket vending machines are out of order.
The customer information system at the station is out of order.
Due to connectivity/network issues, there are currently limited ticket selling facilities at this station. Station staff are on-site and able to offer assistance.Owing to uneven surface on platform 1 passengers should take extra care at Hoscar station.
The ticket vending machines are out of order at Hunmanby station.
All toilets are out of order at Huyton station.
Due to a fault with the lighting at the Manchester End of Platform 1, Customers are advised to take extra care.
There is no lighting on platform 2 at Kearsley station.
Owing to uneven surfaces on platform 1, passengers should take extra care at Kearsley station.
The ticket office will be closed from now until the end of the day at Kirkham & Wesham station.
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 Levenshulme station, the following issues have been reported:
The ticket office has not opened.
Ticket Vending Machines are working correctly.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 Manchester Victoria station, the following issues have been reported:
Various toilets at the station are out of order.
Due to refurbishment works, the toilets at Manchester Victoria will be out of use from Monday 23rd February until Tuesday 31st March.
Temporary Toilets have been provided, and can be found outside the main station entrance, towards the ramp for the AO Arena.
Accessible Toilet Facilities at the station have not changed.Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care at Manors station.
Please take extra care when using platform 2.
The lifts will be out of order between platfrom 1/2 and the rest of the station from now until further notice at Preston station.
Customers who require step free access are advised to contact Northern's Customer Experience Centre on 0800 200 6060 for further assistance.
The ticket office will be closed from now until the end of the day at Redcar Central station.
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.
The ticket office will be closed from 07:00 on 21/02/2026 until further notice at Redcar Central station.
The lift on platform 4 is currently out of service.
Customers who require step free access at this station should speak to a member of staff, or contact the Northern Customer Experience Centre on 0800 200 6060 for further assistance.
The automatic ticket barriers are not in use at Salford Crescent station.
The barriers are out of service, waiting for the maintenance team to arrive.
The lifts will be out of order between platform 1 and the footbridge from now until further notice at Wakefield Westgate station.
Customers who require step free access at this station should speak to a member of staff, or contact the Northern Customer Experience Centre on 0800 200 6060 for further assistance.
The lifts will be out of order between Platforms 3 & 4 and the underpass from 14:59 on 21/02/2026 until further notice at Warrington Bank Quay 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 ticket office will be closed from now until further notice at West Allerton station.
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 passengers should take extra care at Wigton station.
Customer 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 that Northern has the responsibility for managing our relationship with our customers, the interconnected nature of the rail industry means that a coordinated approach with industry partners to the customer information during major delays/disruptions is appropriate and important.
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.
The Smarter Information programme
Customers across the 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.
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 practices 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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