Trains in the UK usually follow regular weekday and weekend timetables, but to find out about any disruptions to these services, check before you travel.
Standard trains do not operate around the clock and usually start running at around 05:00 stopping again at 01:00. The main exceptions to this are certain airport services and London Underground's Night Tube - these run for longer periods, but depending on the service, may still take a few hours off.
This night time break allows any essential maintenance for the tracks or rolling stock to be carried out, minimalising the disruption to passenger journeys.
The best place to check the time that your desired service runs, and indeed, which stations it stops at, is Northern’s timetable.
Engineering and disruption
Stay up to speed with live train times and updates for all UK trains using our journey checker tool or the National Rail Enquiries to keep informed on any train disruptions.You will also find useful information on how best to travel during future service updates ...
More information on timetables and disruptions
Travel advice when taking the train with Northern
Looking for advice when taking the train with Northern? We have several helpful guides to make your journey easier, including helpful tips when travelling with children and when the train runs during public holidays.
Helpful travel advice guides
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