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Minor Disruption
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Manchester Airport - St Helens Jn - Liverpool
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Huddersfield - Denby Dale - Sheffield
Good Service
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Buxton - Manchester Piccadilly
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Chester - Altrincham - Stockport/Manchester Picc
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Crewe - Stockport - Manchester Picc
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Leeds - Dewsbury - Brighouse - Manchester Vic
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Leeds - Hebden Bridge - Manchester Victoria
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Manchester - Warrington Central - Liverpool
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Manchester Airport- Blackpool Nth
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Manchester Oxford Road - Bolton - Wigan - Southport
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Manchester Vic - Atherton - Wigan
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Manchester Vic - Bolton - Wigan
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Rochdale - Manchester - Blackburn - Clitheroe - Ribblehead
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Blackpool / Preston - Wigan - Liverpool
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Blackpool South - Preston
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Morecambe - Lancaster
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Windemere-Oxenholme
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Ellesmere Port/Chester - Warrington BQ
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Leeds - Skipton
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Leeds - Castleford - Barnsley - Sheffield
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Ilkley - Leeds
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Other Updates
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All other routes have a good service. For live updates see our journey check page.
Manchester Airport - St Helens Jn - Liverpool
Affected stations:
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 16:38
16:32 Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street due 17:53 will no longer call at Heald Green, Gatley, East Didsbury, Burnage and Mauldeth Road.
This is due to the train departing late to maintain customer connections.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Huddersfield - Denby Dale - Sheffield
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (7)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:00
Facilities on the 15:35 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 16:54.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:01
Facilities on the 16:35 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 17:54.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:00
Facilities on the 17:09 Huddersfield to Sheffield due 18:28.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:01
Facilities on the 18:09 Huddersfield to Sheffield due 19:28.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:00
Facilities on the 18:35 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 19:54.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:00
Facilities on the 20:09 Huddersfield to Sheffield due 21:29.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:00
Facilities on the 21:35 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 22:51.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 16:12
16:09 Huddersfield to Sheffield due 17:28 will no longer call at Wombwell, Elsecar, Chapeltown and Meadowhall.
It is being delayed at Huddersfield and is now expected to be 9 minutes late.
This is due to a late running train being in front of this one.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
Buxton - Manchester Piccadilly
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 10/10/2026 04:10
Planned engineering work will take place between Buxton and Hazel Grove on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 00:01, Monday 12 October 2026 to 05:30, Friday 16 October 2026.
All lines will be closed.
Some services will be revised.
MONDAY TO THURSDAY
2259 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly service will be bus replaced throughout.
23:10 Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton service will not run. A bus will be provided from Stockport to Buxton. Train services are available from Manchester Piccadilly to Stockport.
23:23 Manchester Piccadilly to Hazel Grove service will terminate at Stockport. A bus will be provided from Stockport to Hazel Grove.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times will be extended using rail replacement buses. 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).
Chester - Altrincham - Stockport/Manchester Picc
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (4)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:10
Facilities on the 17:10 Manchester Piccadilly to Chester due 18:37.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:10
Facilities on the 18:56 Chester to Manchester Piccadilly due 20:25.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:10
Facilities on the 21:10 Manchester Piccadilly to Chester due 22:38.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:10
Facilities on the 22:53 Chester to Manchester Piccadilly due 00:28.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Crewe - Stockport - Manchester Picc
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 10/10/2026 04:09
Planned engineering work will take place between Crewe and Cheadle Hulme from 22:50, Monday 12 October 2026 to 05:15, Friday 16 October 2026.
Some lines will be closed.
Some services will be revised.
MONDAY TO THURSDAY
22:06 Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe service will terminate at Alderley Edge. A bus will be provided from Alderley Edge to Crewe.
22:36 Manchester Piccadilly to Wilmslow service will terminate at Manchester Airport. A bus will be provided from Manchester Airport to Wilmslow.
23:01 Manchester Piccadilly to Alderley Edge service will terminate at Stockport. A bus will be provided from Stockport to Alderley Edge.
23:12 Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly service will start from Stockport. A bus will be provided from Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly.
23:36 Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe service will terminate at Stockport. A bus will be provided from Stockport to Crewe.
TUESDAY TO FRIDAY
00:44 Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly service will start from Manchester Airport. A bus will be provided from Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times will be extended using rail replacement buses. Please allow extra time for your journey.
Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).
Leeds - Dewsbury - Brighouse - Manchester Vic
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (11)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:52
Facilities on the 14:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 16:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 14:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 17:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 15:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 18:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:53
Facilities on the 16:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 18:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:51
Facilities on the 16:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 19:04.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 17:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 19:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:52
Facilities on the 17:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 20:04.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 18:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 20:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:51
Facilities on the 19:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 21:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:53
Facilities on the 19:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:06.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:52
Facilities on the 20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Leeds - Hebden Bridge - Manchester Victoria
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (26)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:52
Facilities on the 14:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 16:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:47
Facilities on the 14:26 Chester to Leeds due 16:41.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 14:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 17:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:49
Facilities on the 15:42 Leeds to Chester due 18:09.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 15:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 18:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:45
Facilities on the 15:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 17:22.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:53
Facilities on the 16:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 18:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:51
Facilities on the 16:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 19:04.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 07:57
16:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 18:17 will no longer call at Rochdale.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:47
Facilities on the 17:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 18:34.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 17:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 19:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:45
Facilities on the 17:42 Leeds to Chester due 20:02.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:52
Facilities on the 17:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 20:04.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 18:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 20:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:48
Facilities on the 18:42 Leeds to Chester due 21:09.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:47
Facilities on the 18:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 20:15.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:51
Facilities on the 19:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 21:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:53
Facilities on the 19:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:06.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:52
Facilities on the 20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:45
Facilities on the 20:26 Chester to Leeds due 22:42.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:47
Facilities on the 20:42 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 22:04.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 20:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:58.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:49
Facilities on the 21:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 22:29.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 21:44 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 23:49.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:48
Facilities on the 22:26 Chester to Leeds due 00:43.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:47
Facilities on the 22:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 00:15.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Manchester - Warrington Central - Liverpool
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 10/10/2026 04:10
Planned engineering work will take place between Hunts Cross and Edge Hill on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 00:01, Monday 12 October 2026 to 05:00, Friday 16 October 2026.
Some lines will be closed.
Some services will be replaced by buses between Warrington Central and Liverpool Lime Street.
MONDAY TO THURSDAY
23:28 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street service will terminate at Warrington Central. A bus will be provided from Warrington Central to Liverpool Lime Street.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times will be extended using rail replacement buses. 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).
Manchester Airport- Blackpool Nth
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (8)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:14
Facilities on the 15:54 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 17:36.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 16:27
16:22 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 18:00 will be delayed at Preston and is expected to be 15 minutes late.
This is due to train crew being delayed.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:14
Facilities on the 17:48 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 19:26.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:17
Facilities on the 18:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 19:53.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:14
Facilities on the 19:58 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 21:36.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:17
Facilities on the 20:22 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 22:01.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:14
Facilities on the 21:48 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 23:18.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:17
Facilities on the 22:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 23:54.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Manchester Oxford Road - Bolton - Wigan - Southport
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (3)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:29
Facilities on the 15:27 Manchester Oxford Road to Southport due 16:43.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:23
Facilities on the 19:56 Southport to Manchester Oxford Road due 21:15.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:23
Facilities on the 21:30 Manchester Oxford Road to Southport due 22:43.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Manchester Vic - Atherton - Wigan
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (17)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:52
Facilities on the 14:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 16:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 14:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 17:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:32
Facilities on the 15:20 Blackburn to Headbolt Lane due 17:41.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 15:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 18:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:53
Facilities on the 16:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 18:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:51
Facilities on the 16:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 19:04.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 17:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 19:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:52
Facilities on the 17:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 20:04.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:32
Facilities on the 17:54 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 20:10.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 18:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 20:40.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:51
Facilities on the 19:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 21:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:53
Facilities on the 19:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:06.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:52
Facilities on the 20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:32
Facilities on the 20:20 Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate due 22:13.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 20:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:58.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:57
Facilities on the 21:44 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 23:49.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:32
Facilities on the 22:49 Wigan Wallgate to Rochdale due 00:08.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Manchester Vic - Bolton - Wigan
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (3)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:29
Facilities on the 19:52 Stalybridge to Wigan North Western due 20:51.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:52
Facilities on the 20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:21
Facilities on the 20:51 Stalybridge to Wigan North Western due 21:51.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Rochdale - Manchester - Blackburn - Clitheroe - Ribblehead
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (4)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:26
Facilities on the 15:21 Rochdale to Clitheroe due 17:00.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:26
Facilities on the 17:19 Clitheroe to Rochdale due 19:02.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:26
Facilities on the 19:21 Rochdale to Clitheroe due 21:00.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:26
Facilities on the 21:20 Clitheroe to Rochdale due 23:03.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Blackpool / Preston - Wigan - Liverpool
Affected stations:
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 15:23
15:39 Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North due 16:57 will be delayed at Wigan North Western and is expected to be 10 minutes late.
This is due to train crew being delayed.
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.
Blackpool South - Preston
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 10/10/2026 04:09
Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool South from 23:45, Sunday 11 October 2026 to 04:50, Friday 16 October 2026.
All lines will be closed.
Some services will be revised.
MONDAY TO FRIDAY
05:29 Blackpool South to Preston service will start from Blackpool North. A bus will be provided from Blackpool South to Preston, departing Blackpool South at 04:55.
MONDAY TO THURSDAY
23:46 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
MONDAY ONLY
04:59 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston. A bus will be provided from Blackpool North to Preston, departing Blackpool North at 04:10 to connect with the train at Preston.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times will be extended using rail replacement buses. 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).
Morecambe - Lancaster
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (2)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:56
Facilities on the 17:26 Leeds to Morecambe due 19:51.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:56
Facilities on the 20:12 Morecambe to Leeds due 22:25.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Windemere-Oxenholme
Affected stations:
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 13:39
14:29 Manchester Airport to Windermere due 16:53 will be started from Manchester Piccadilly.
It will no longer call at Manchester Airport and Gatley.
This is due to train crew being delayed.
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.
Ellesmere Port/Chester - Warrington BQ
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:49
Facilities on the 15:42 Leeds to Chester due 18:09.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Leeds - Skipton
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (13)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:18
Facilities on the 16:16 Skipton to Leeds due 17:00.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:04
Facilities on the 16:56 Leeds to Skipton due 17:38.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:18
Facilities on the 17:18 Leeds to Skipton due 18:01.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:04
Facilities on the 17:47 Skipton to Leeds due 18:30.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:18
Facilities on the 18:17 Skipton to Leeds due 19:00.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:04
Facilities on the 18:56 Leeds to Skipton due 19:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:18
Facilities on the 19:26 Leeds to Skipton due 20:13.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:04
Facilities on the 19:48 Skipton to Leeds due 20:33.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:18
Facilities on the 20:17 Skipton to Leeds due 21:02.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:04
Facilities on the 20:57 Leeds to Skipton due 21:43.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:04
Facilities on the 21:48 Skipton to Leeds due 22:33.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:04
Facilities on the 22:56 Leeds to Skipton due 23:38.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:18
Facilities on the 23:20 Leeds to Skipton due 00:04.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Leeds - Castleford - Barnsley - Sheffield
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (1)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:45
Facilities on the 22:58 Leeds to Sheffield due 00:20.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Ilkley - Leeds
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (3)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:04
Facilities on the 16:10 Ilkley to Leeds due 16:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:18
Facilities on the 21:33 Leeds to Ilkley due 22:01.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:18
Facilities on the 22:10 Ilkley to Leeds due 22:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Other Updates
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (17)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:23
Facilities on the 15:24 Southport to Stalybridge due 17:05.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:21
Facilities on the 15:52 Stalybridge to Southport due 17:27.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:55
Facilities on the 16:08 Doncaster to Hull due 17:12.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:59
Facilities on the 16:47 Leeds to Bradford Interchange due 17:58.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:29
Facilities on the 17:24 Southport to Stalybridge due 19:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:55
Facilities on the 17:40 Hull to Doncaster due 18:49.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:23
Facilities on the 17:52 Stalybridge to Southport due 19:25.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:59
Facilities on the 18:29 Bradford Interchange to Leeds due 19:30.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:21
Facilities on the 18:30 Southport to Stalybridge due 20:04.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:55
Facilities on the 19:05 Doncaster to Hull due 20:12.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:59
Facilities on the 19:47 Leeds to Bradford Interchange due 20:55.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:55
Facilities on the 20:41 Hull to Doncaster due 21:46.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:59
Facilities on the 21:28 Bradford Interchange to Leeds due 22:32.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:51
Facilities on the 22:06 Wigan Wallgate to Stalybridge due 23:07.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 06:23
Facilities on the 23:10 Southport to Wigan Wallgate due 23:43.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:55
Facilities on the 23:14 Doncaster to Goole due 23:40.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 05:51
Facilities on the 23:20 Stalybridge to Manchester Victoria due 23:33.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
Other train service updates (5)
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 15:26
Facilities on the 15:19 Blackpool North to York due 17:57.
Toilet facilities are not available on this train.
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Last Updated: 12/10/2026 16:05
15:47 Leeds to Bradford Interchange due 16:50 has been delayed at Leeds and is now 17 minutes late.
This is due to a fault on a train.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
For customers on station platforms, please listen for announcements or consult Customer Information Screens for up-to-date train running information.
For real time journey updates on your phone visit https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/service-updates or use our app.
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.
If you need to speak to someone, you can message us on X or Facebook, @northernassist or using web chat at www.northernrailway.co.uk -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 16:27
16:22 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 18:00 will be delayed at Preston and is expected to be 15 minutes late.
This is due to train crew being delayed.
Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 07:57
16:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 18:17 will no longer call at Rochdale.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 12/10/2026 16:37
17:12 Lancaster to Morecambe due 17:23 will be starting late from Lancaster and is expected to be 10 minutes late.
This is due to train crew being delayed.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 10/10/2026 04:08
Planned engineering work will take place between New Mills Central and Stockport on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 21:50, Monday 12 October 2026 to 06:00, Friday 16 October 2026.
Some lines will be closed.
Some services will be revised.
MONDAY TO THURSDSAY
The 23:28 Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly service will not call at Stockport. A bus will be provided from Chinley to Stockport.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times will be extended using rail replacement buses. 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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Bransty Tunnel track renewal: buses replace trains between Corkickle and Whitehaven until further notice
Reason: During pre-planned engineering work in Bransty Tunnel, between Corkickle and Whitehaven, inspections revealed unstable ground conditions which require urgent repair. As a result, the…
Impact: Between Lancaster / Barrow-in-Furness and Carlisle
Dates: 09 Dec 2025 to 15 May 2027
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Amended 04:59 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service on Monday 12 October
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Blackpool North and Preston, closing some lines.The 04:59 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston. A bus will…
Impact: Between Blackpool North and Manchester Airport
Dates: 12 Oct 2026 to 12 Oct 2026
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Amended 05:29 Blackpool South to Preston service from Monday 12 to Friday 16 October
Reason: Engineering work is taking place overnight between Blackpool South and Kirkham & Wesham, closing some lines.The 05:29 Blackpool South to Preston service will start from Blackpool North…
Impact: Between Blackpool South and Preston
Dates: 12 Oct 2026 to 16 Oct 2026
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Amended 23:28 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street from Monday 12 to Thursday 15 October
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Hunts Cross and Edge Hill, closing some lines.The 23:28 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street service will terminate at Warrington…
Impact: Between Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool Lime Street
Dates: 12 Oct 2026 to 15 Oct 2026
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Amended 23:28 Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly service from Monday 12 to Thursday 15 October
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between New Mills Central and Stockport, closing all lines late on Monday to Thursday evenings.As a result, the 23:28 Sheffield to Manchester…
Impact: Northern between Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly
Dates: 12 Oct 2026 to 15 Oct 2026
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Amended 23:46 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service from Monday 12 to Thursday 15 October
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Preston and Blackpool North, closing some lines.The 23:46 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will…
Impact: Between Manchester Airport and Blackpool North
Dates: 12 Oct 2026 to 15 Oct 2026
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Amended late night / early morning Northern service to / from Manchester Piccadilly from Monday 12 to Friday 16 October
Reason: Engineering work is taking place overnight at various locations on the Northern network, closing some lines.Monday to Thursday:The 22:06 Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe service will…
Impact: Various Northern routes to / from Manchester Piccadilly
Dates: 12 Oct 2026 to 16 Oct 2026
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Buses replace Northern trains between Doncaster and Hull on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Hatfield & Stainforth and Gilberdyke, closing all lines via Goole.As a result, buses will replace trains between Doncaster and Hull, calling at…
Impact: Between Sheffield and Hull / Scarborough
Dates: 17 Oct 2026 to 18 Oct 2026
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Buses replace trains between Middlesbrough and Saltburn / Redcar Central on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between South Bank and Longbeck, closing all lines.Northern:Trains between Bishop Auckland / Darlington and Saltburn will run between Bishop Auckland /…
Impact: Northern between Bishop Auckland / Darlington and SaltburnTransPennine Express between Manchester Airport and Saltburn / Redcar Central
Dates: 17 Oct 2026 to 18 Oct 2026
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Transpennine Route Upgrade: Buses replace trains between Selby and York / Leeds on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Leeds and Church Fenton / Selby, closing all lines.CrossCountry:Trains to / from North East England / Scotland will not call at Wakefield…
Impact: CrossCountry between Plymouth and York / Newcastle / Glasgow Central / Dundee / Aberdeen, between Penzance / Bristol Temple Meads / Birmingham New Street / Sheffield and…
Dates: 17 Oct 2026 to 18 Oct 2026
There are no planned service changes affecting your route. For more information, visit our National Rail Enquiries page.
There are currently 0 events that may impact your route.
There are currently no upcoming events that may impact your route.
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Alnmouth For Alnwick
Reason: Lifts out of order
Dates: From 30 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Ashton-Under-Lyne
Reason: Lifts out of order
Dates: From 30 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Barnsley
Reason: Lifts out of order
Dates: From 30 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Beverley
Reason: Ticket Office Closure
Dates: From 12 Oct 2026 - Until further notice
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Birchwood
Reason: Lifts out of order
Dates: From 30 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Bridlington
Reason: Ticket Office Closure
Dates: From 12 Oct 2026 - Until further notice
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Brinnington
Reason: Ticket Office Closure
Dates: From 10 Oct 2026 - Until further notice
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Broad Green Facilities
Reason: Various changes
Dates: From 12 Oct 2026 - Until further notice
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Broadbottom
Reason: Lighting Problem
Dates: From 11 Oct 2026 - Until further notice
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Bromley Cross
Reason: Please be advised between the hours of 06
Dates: From 11 Oct 2026 - Until further notice
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Bryn
Reason: Throughout 2026, improvement works as part of the Access for All Scheme will be taking plac...
Dates: From 12 Oct 2026 - Until further notice
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Buckshaw Parkway
Reason: Lifts out of order
Dates: From 30 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Chassen Road
Reason: Ticket Office Closure
Dates: From 10 Oct 2026 - Until further notice
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Cheadle Hulme
Reason: Lifts out of order
Dates: From 30 Sep 2026 - Until further notice
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Church & Oswaldtwistle Facilities
Reason: Various changes
Dates: From 12 Oct 2026 - Until further notice
There are currently no station updates affecting your route. For more information, visit our journey check page.
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