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• Long Term Disruption Barrow - Whitehaven - Carlisle View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (1)

  • 22:01 Carlisle to Whitehaven due 23:10

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:38

    22:01 Carlisle to Whitehaven due 23:10 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    1 X WHT bus departs Carlisle at 2210, all stops to Whitehaven.

    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
    

  Other train service updates (2)

  • 20:41 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 21:49

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 17:41

    20:41 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 21:49 will be terminated at Workington.
    It will no longer call at Flimby, Maryport, Aspatria, Wigton, Dalston and Carlisle.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 18:38 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 19:46

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 13:41

    18:38 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 19:46 will be started from Workington.
    It will no longer call at Whitehaven, Parton and Harrington.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

• Long Term Disruption Saltburn - Darlington - Bishop Auckland View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (2)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  • Alterations to services at South Bank

    Last Updated 03/09/2025 00:16

    Due to urgent repairs to a bridge at South Bank:
    How does it affect your service:
    Train services running through this station will be running non stop between Middlesbrough and Redcar Central. South Bank will not be served. Disruption is expected until 16:00 28/06.
    Our advice to our customers:
    Services between Middlesbrough and Saltburn are currently being disrupted due to an unsafe footbridge at South Bank.
    Effect on service:
    Middlesbrough to Saltburn services will not call at South Bank, in this direction only.
    Road Transport details.
    To assist customers to complete their journey, a shuttle bus has been provided between Middlesbrough, South Bank & Redcar Central. This will be operated by E-Travel.
    Customers at South Bank travelling towards Saltburn should board the shuttle service and then connect at Redcar Central for Northern services towards Saltburn.
    Journey times will be extended by 10 minutes whilst travelling by road transport.
    Please see station information posters for the bus pick up points.
    Other places to get more information:
    For customers on station platforms, please listen for announcements or consult Customer Information Screens for up to date train running information.
    For live real time journey updates, please visit journeycheck.com/northern or X (tweet) our team @northernassist
    To re-plan your journey please visit nationalrail.co.uk
    If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delayrepay #NorthernUpdates

  Other train service updates (2)

  • 19:00 Darlington to Saltburn due 19:53

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:16

    19:00 Darlington to Saltburn due 19:53 will be terminated at Redcar Central.
    It will no longer call at Redcar East, Longbeck, Marske and Saltburn.
    It has been delayed at Darlington and is now 16 minutes late.
    This is due to train crew being delayed by service disruption.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
    If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
    You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
    If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
    

  • 19:59 Saltburn to Darlington due 20:54

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:17

    19:59 Saltburn to Darlington due 20:54 will be started from Redcar Central.
    It will no longer call at Saltburn, Marske, Longbeck and Redcar East.
    This is due to train crew being delayed by service disruption.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
    If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
    You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
    If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
    

• Severe Disruption Buxton - Manchester Piccadilly View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (2)

  • 18:46 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly due 19:47

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 12:54

    18:46 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly due 19:47 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 19:16 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly due 20:16

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 12:51

    19:16 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly due 20:16 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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 (1)

  • 23:10 Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton due 00:09

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:38

    Facilities on the 23:10 Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton due 00:09.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
    

• Severe Disruption Chester - Altrincham - Stockport/Manchester Picc View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Other train service updates (1)

  • 17:56 Chester to Manchester Piccadilly due 19:25

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:22

    17:56 Chester to Manchester Piccadilly due 19:25 was 24 minutes late but is now being further delayed between Navigation Road and Stockport.
    This is due to checking reports of an obstruction on the line.
    

    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.
    

• Severe Disruption Crewe - Man Airport - Man Piccadilly View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Crewe - Stockport - Manchester Picc View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (3)

  • 20:06 Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe due 20:58

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:20

    20:06 Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe due 20:58 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    Customers can use their tickets at no additional cost on the 19:30 Transport for Wales service from Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe.

    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.
    

  • 19:06 Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe due 19:58

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:20

    19:06 Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe due 19:58 will be cancelled.
    This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
    

    Additional Info

    Customers can use their tickets at no additional cost on the 19:30 Transport for Wales service from Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe.

    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.
    

  • 21:46 Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly due 22:41

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:32

    21:46 Crewe to Manchester Piccadilly due 22:41 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

• Severe Disruption Hadfield/Glossop - Manchester Piccadilly View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (4)

  • 21:33 Manchester Piccadilly to Hadfield due 22:11

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:45

    21:33 Manchester Piccadilly to Hadfield due 22:11 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 22:14 Hadfield to Manchester Piccadilly due 22:54

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:30

    22:14 Hadfield to Manchester Piccadilly due 22:54 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 20:03 Manchester Piccadilly to Hadfield due 20:41

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:41

    20:03 Manchester Piccadilly to Hadfield due 20:41 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  • 20:44 Hadfield to Manchester Piccadilly due 21:25

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:41

    20:44 Hadfield to Manchester Piccadilly due 21:25 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

• Severe Disruption Leeds - Dewsbury - Brighouse - Manchester Vic View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Formation alerts (2)

  • 17:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 19:40

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:12

    Facilities on the 17:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 19:40.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

  • 19:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:06

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:32

    Facilities on the 19:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:06.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
    

  Other train service updates (1)

  • 20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:13

    20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37 will be reinstated.
    It will be terminated at Manchester Victoria.
    It will no longer call at Salford Central, Salford Crescent, Swinton, Walkden, Atherton, Daisy Hill and Wigan North Western.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

• Severe Disruption Leeds - Hebden Bridge - Manchester Victoria View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Formation alerts (8)

  • 19:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:06

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:32

    Facilities on the 19:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:06.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
    

  • 20:42 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 22:04

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:36

    Facilities on the 20:42 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 22:04.
    Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
    

  • 19:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 20:29

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:34

    Facilities on the 19:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 20:29.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
    

  • 20:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 22:15

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:34

    Facilities on the 20:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 22:15.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
    

  • 17:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 19:40

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:12

    Facilities on the 17:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 19:40.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

  • 20:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:58

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:12

    Facilities on the 20:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:58.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

  • 22:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 00:15

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:36

    Facilities on the 22:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 00:15.
    Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
    

  • 18:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 20:15

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:36

    Facilities on the 18:57 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 20:15.
    Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
    

  Other train service updates (3)

  • 17:23 Chester to Leeds due 19:42

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:34

    17:23 Chester to Leeds due 19:42 is being delayed at Manchester Victoria.
    This is due to train crew being delayed by service disruption.
    

    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.
    

  • 22:02 Blackpool North to Leeds due 00:04

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:08

    22:02 Blackpool North to Leeds due 00:04 will be reinstated.
    It will be started from Preston.
    It will no longer call at Blackpool North and Poulton-Le-Fylde.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:13

    20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37 will be reinstated.
    It will be terminated at Manchester Victoria.
    It will no longer call at Salford Central, Salford Crescent, Swinton, Walkden, Atherton, Daisy Hill and Wigan North Western.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

• Severe Disruption Manchester - Warrington Central - Liverpool View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (2)

  • 20:22 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Oxford Road due 21:37

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:57

    20:22 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Oxford Road due 21:37 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  • 18:46 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street due 19:55

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 12:53

    18:46 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street due 19:55 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  Other train service updates (1)

  • 19:46 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:55

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:58

    19:46 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:55 will call additionally at Chassen Road and Glazebrook.
    This is due to the train making extra stops because a train was cancelled.
    

    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.
    

• Severe Disruption Manchester Airport - St Helens Jn - Liverpool View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Manchester Airport- Blackpool Nth View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Other train service updates (1)

  • 20:58 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 22:33

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 16:04

    20:58 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 22:33 will be reinstated.
    It will be started from Preston.
    It will no longer call at Blackpool North, Poulton-Le-Fylde and Kirkham & Wesham.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

• Severe Disruption Manchester Oxford Road - Bolton - Wigan - Southport View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Manchester Vic - Atherton - Wigan View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (1)

  • 20:20 Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate due 22:13

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:45

    20:20 Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate due 22:13 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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 (8)

  • 17:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 19:40

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:12

    Facilities on the 17:17 Leeds to Wigan Wallgate due 19:40.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

  • 19:48 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 22:10

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:39

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

  • 22:49 Wigan Wallgate to Rochdale due 23:57

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:33

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

  • 20:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:58

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:12

    Facilities on the 20:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:58.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

  • 19:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:06

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:32

    Facilities on the 19:49 Wigan Wallgate to Leeds due 22:06.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
    

  • 17:19 Blackburn to Headbolt Lane due 19:41

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:39

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

  • 17:54 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 20:10

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:31

    17:54 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 20:10 will be terminated at Wigan Wallgate.
    It will no longer call at Hindley, Daisy Hill, Hag Fold, Atherton, Walkden, Swinton, Salford Crescent, Salford Central, Manchester Victoria, Rochdale, Smithy Bridge, Littleborough, Todmorden, Burnley Manchester Road, Rose Grove, Accrington and Blackburn.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
    

    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.
    

  • 22:20 Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate due 00:23

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:39

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

  Other train service updates (1)

  • 20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:13

    20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37 will be reinstated.
    It will be terminated at Manchester Victoria.
    It will no longer call at Salford Central, Salford Crescent, Swinton, Walkden, Atherton, Daisy Hill and Wigan North Western.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

• Severe Disruption Manchester Vic - Bolton - Wigan View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (1)

  • 19:52 Stalybridge to Wigan North Western due 20:51

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 13:03

    19:52 Stalybridge to Wigan North Western due 20:51 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  Other train service updates (1)

  • 20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:13

    20:18 Leeds to Wigan North Western due 22:37 will be reinstated.
    It will be terminated at Manchester Victoria.
    It will no longer call at Salford Central, Salford Crescent, Swinton, Walkden, Atherton, Daisy Hill and Wigan North Western.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

• Severe Disruption Rochdale - Manchester - Blackburn - Clitheroe - Ribblehead View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Other train service updates (3)

  • 19:22 Clitheroe to Rochdale due 21:02

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:35

    19:22 Clitheroe to Rochdale due 21:02 will be started from Blackburn.
    It will no longer call at Clitheroe, Whalley, Langho and Ramsgreave & Wilpshire.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  • 18:22 Rochdale to Clitheroe due 20:00

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 17:40

    18:22 Rochdale to Clitheroe due 20:00 will call additionally at Farnworth.
    This is due to the train making extra stops because a train was cancelled.
    

    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.
    

  • 20:22 Clitheroe to Rochdale due 22:02

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 16:02

    20:22 Clitheroe to Rochdale due 22:02 will be terminated at Blackburn.
    It will no longer call at Darwen, Entwistle, Bromley Cross, Hall I' Th' Wood, Bolton, Salford Crescent, Salford Central, Manchester Victoria, Moston, Mills Hill, Castleton and Rochdale.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

• Severe Disruption Rochdale - Wigan - Headbolt lane View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Rose Hill Marple - Romiley - Manchester Picc View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (4)

  • 19:11 Rose Hill Marple to Manchester Piccadilly due 19:46

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 17:54

    19:11 Rose Hill Marple to Manchester Piccadilly due 19:46 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    Customers for Ashburys should travel on the 19:42 Manchester Piccadilly Service, changing at Guide Bridge for the 20:13 Manchester Piccadilly service which will call at Ashburys.

    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
    

  • 21:34 New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly due 22:07

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:44

    21:34 New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly due 22:07 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 20:18 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 20:51

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:44

    20:18 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 20:51 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  • 19:51 Manchester Piccadilly to Rose Hill Marple due 20:23

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 12:49

    19:51 Manchester Piccadilly to Rose Hill Marple due 20:23 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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)

  • 19:18 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 19:52

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:38

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

  • 22:26 New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly due 23:00

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:38

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

  • 21:15 Manchester Piccadilly to New Mills Central due 21:48

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:38

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

  • 20:34 New Mills Central to Manchester Piccadilly due 21:07

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:38

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

• Severe Disruption Sheffield - Hope Valley - Manchester Picc View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (2)

  • 20:14 Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly due 21:32

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:32

    20:14 Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly due 21:32 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  • 18:48 Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield due 20:06

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:32

    18:48 Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield due 20:06 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

• Severe Disruption Stoke - Macclesfield - Manchester Picc View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Warrington Bank Quay - Liverpool View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (1)

  • 19:06 Ellesmere Port to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:29

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:54

    19:06 Ellesmere Port to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:29 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    1 Taxi departs Helsby at 1850, all stops to Ellesmere Port
    1 Taxi departs Ellesmere Port, all stops to Helsby.

    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
    

• Severe Disruption Wigan NW - St Helens - Liverpool View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Blackpool / Preston - Wigan - Liverpool View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (2)

  • Cancellations to services between Wigan North Western and Huyton

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:22

    Due to the emergency services dealing with an incident between Wigan North Western and Huyton all lines are blocked.

    Impact

    Train services running through these stations will be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until 20:30 19/12.

    Customer advice

    Services between Wigan North Western and Huyton are currently being disrupted due the emergency services dealing with an incident
    Network Rail / Emergency services on route.
    
    Effect on service:
    Train services are unable to run between Wigan North Western and Huyton (in both directions).
    
    First services affected:
    17:05 Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street is being delayed between Wigan and St Helens Central
    17:39 Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North is being delayed between St Helens and Wigan
    
    Replacement transport:
    Road transport has been requested to operate between Wigan North Western and Liverpool Lime Street (in both directions).
    19:20 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street - operated by Atlantic Travel
    20:05 St Helens Central to Wigan North Western - operated by Ocean Travel
    20:05 St Helens Central to Liverpool Lime Street - operated by Ocean Travel
    20:15 Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western - operated by Bestway
    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 40 whilst travelling by road transport.
    We apologies for the delay to these services and the additional time this may add to your journey today.

    Additional Info

    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

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (3)

  • 19:05 Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:20

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:30

    19:05 Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:20 has been cancelled.
    This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
    

    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.
    

  • 20:05 Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street due 21:20

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:08

    20:05 Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street due 21:20 will be cancelled.
    This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
    

    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.
    

  • 18:39 Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North due 19:57

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:08

    18:39 Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North due 19:57 has been cancelled.
    This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
    

    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.
    

  Other train service updates (1)

  • 19:39 Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North due 20:57

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:46

    19:39 Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North due 20:57 will be diverted between Huyton and Wigan North Western.
    It will no longer call at St Helens Central.
    It will be delayed due to the diversion and is expected to be 11 minutes late.
    This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
    

    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.
    

• Severe Disruption Blackpool South - Preston View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (2)

  • 22:47 Preston to Blackpool South due 23:23

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:49

    22:47 Preston to Blackpool South due 23:23 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    1 S-Line bus departs Preston at 2247, all stops to Blackpool South.

    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
    

  • 23:27 Blackpool South to Preston due 00:06

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:50

    23:27 Blackpool South to Preston due 00:06 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    1 S-Line bus departs Blackpool South at 2359, all stops to Preston.

    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
    

• Severe Disruption Carlisle - Settle - Leeds View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Carlisle - Hexham - Newcastle View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (2)

  • 20:26 Newcastle to Carlisle due 21:58

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 12:37

    20:26 Newcastle to Carlisle due 21:58 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    
    

  • 18:35 Carlisle to Newcastle due 20:03

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 12:37

    18:35 Carlisle to Newcastle due 20:03 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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 (2)

  • 20:00 Carlisle to Newcastle due 21:37

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:17

    Facilities on the 20:00 Carlisle to Newcastle due 21:37.
    Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 2.
    

  • 18:04 Newcastle to Carlisle due 19:43

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:17

    Facilities on the 18:04 Newcastle to Carlisle due 19:43.
    Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 2.
    

• Severe Disruption Colne - Blackburn - Preston View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Morecambe - Lancaster View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (2)

  • Cancellations to services between Lancaster and Morecambe

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:43

    Due to a fault with the signalling system between Lancaster and Morecambe trains have to run at reduced speed on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running to and from these stations will be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until 19:45 19/12.

    Customer advice

    Services between Lancaster and Morecambe are being disrupted due to a fault with the signalling system.
    Network Rail are on site investigate the fault.
    
    Effect on service:
    Train services having to run at reduced speed in both diretections between Lancaster and

    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, 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.
    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

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Formation alerts (2)

  • 17:26 Leeds to Morecambe due 19:51

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:16

    Facilities on the 17:26 Leeds to Morecambe due 19:51.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

  • 20:12 Morecambe to Leeds due 22:25

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:16

    Facilities on the 20:12 Morecambe to Leeds due 22:25.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

  Other train service updates (1)

  • 17:32 Morecambe to Leeds due 19:35

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 17:24

    17:32 Morecambe to Leeds due 19:35 will be starting late from Morecambe.
    This is due to a fault with the signalling system near Bare Lane.
    

    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.
    

• Severe Disruption Morecambe - Lancaster - Leeds View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Ormskirk - Preston View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Preston/Lancaster - Barrow View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (2)

  • Cancellations to services between Lancaster and Corkickle

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 12:34

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable between Lancaster and Corkickle fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running through these stations may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services between Lancaster and Corkickle are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Train services on the following routes will be subject to short notice alterations, cancellations and delays until end of service today.
    
    Lancaster to Barrow
    Barrow to Corkickle
    
    Northern ticket restrictions have been lifted in the affected area, all day today Friday 19th December, including advance and peak restrictions during this disruption.
    
    WE STRONGLY ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL ON THESE ROTUES TODAY.
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some service, once recruited these will be advertised in passenger facing systems.
    Please see station information posters for the location of the bus pick up points and be advised journey times will be extended by up to 90 minutes when using replacement 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, 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.
    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

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (3)

  • 18:56 Barrow-In-Furness to Preston due 20:19

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 13:28

    18:56 Barrow-In-Furness to Preston due 20:19 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  • 22:09 Lancaster to Barrow-In-Furness due 23:13

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:31

    22:09 Lancaster to Barrow-In-Furness due 23:13 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 20:51 Lancaster to Barrow-In-Furness due 21:53

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:11

    Additional 20:51 Lancaster to Barrow-In-Furness due 21:53 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  Other train service updates (1)

  • 20:22 Corkickle to Preston due 23:10

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:44

    20:22 Corkickle to Preston due 23:10 will be started from Barrow-In-Furness.
    It will no longer call at Corkickle, St Bees, Nethertown, Braystones, Sellafield, Seascale, Drigg, Ravenglass For Eskdale, Bootle, Silecroft, Millom, Green Road, Foxfield, Kirkby-In-Furness and Askam.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    1 Travellers Choice bus departs Corkickle at 2030, all stops to Barrow, set down to Lancaster,

    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
    

• Severe Disruption Windemere-Oxenholme View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption York - Leeds - Blackpool North View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Ellesmere Port/Chester - Warrington BQ View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (1)

  • 19:06 Ellesmere Port to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:29

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:54

    19:06 Ellesmere Port to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:29 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    1 Taxi departs Helsby at 1850, all stops to Ellesmere Port
    1 Taxi departs Ellesmere Port, all stops to Helsby.

    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
    

• Severe Disruption Bridlington - Hull - York View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Hull - Leeds View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Formation alerts (3)

  • 18:17 Halifax to Hull due 20:00

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:31

    18:17 Halifax to Hull due 20:00 will be terminated at Bradford Interchange.
    It will no longer call at New Pudsey, Bramley, Leeds, Cross Gates, Garforth, East Garforth, Micklefield, South Milford, Selby, Brough and Hull.
    It is being delayed at Halifax.
    This is due to a fault on this train.
    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 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
    

  • 20:16 Hull to Halifax due 22:03

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 17:47

    Facilities on the 20:16 Hull to Halifax due 22:03.
    Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.
    

  • 22:21 Halifax to Hull due 00:08

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 17:47

    Facilities on the 22:21 Halifax to Hull due 00:08.
    Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.
    

• Severe Disruption Leeds - Knottingley - Goole View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Leeds - Skipton View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Middlesbrough - Whitby View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Scarborough - Bridlington - Hull View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Scarborough/Scunthorpe/Adwick - Doncaster - Sheffield View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption York - Knaresborough - Harrogate - Leeds View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (1)

  • 19:14 York to Leeds due 20:29

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:48

    19:14 York to Leeds due 20:29 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
    If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
    You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
    If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
    

  Formation alerts (1)

  • 19:45 York to Leeds due 20:57

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:10

    Facilities on the 19:45 York to Leeds due 20:57.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

  Other train service updates (1)

  • 20:36 Leeds to York due 21:49

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:06

    20:36 Leeds to York due 21:49 will be started from Harrogate.
    It will no longer call at Leeds, Burley Park, Headingley, Horsforth, Weeton, Pannal and Hornbeam Park.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
    If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
    You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
    If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
    

• Severe Disruption York - Leeds View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Formation alerts (2)

  • 21:17 Leeds to York due 21:56

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 04:36

    Facilities on the 21:17 Leeds to York due 21:56.
    Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
    

  • 20:07 York to Leeds due 20:42

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 04:36

    Facilities on the 20:07 York to Leeds due 20:42.
    Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
    

  Other train service updates (2)

  • 18:55 Leeds to Hull due 20:00

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:33

    An additional train service has been planned to operate as shown 18:55 Leeds to Hull due 20:00.
    

  • 19:17 Leeds to York due 19:49

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:26

    19:17 Leeds to York due 19:49 is being delayed at Leeds.
    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
    
    

• Severe Disruption York - Moorthorpe - Sheffield View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Formation alerts (3)

  • 22:30 Leeds to Sheffield due 23:43

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:35

    Facilities on the 22:30 Leeds to Sheffield due 23:43.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
    

  • 20:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 22:02

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:21

    Facilities on the 20:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 22:02.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

  • 19:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 20:36

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:21

    Facilities on the 19:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 20:36.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

• Severe Disruption Newcastle - Middlesbrough/Nunthorpe View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Newcastle - Morpeth/Chathill View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Huddersfield - Denby Dale - Sheffield View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (1)

  • 21:35 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 22:50

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 09:54

    21:35 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 22:50 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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 (1)

  • 22:38 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 23:57

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:21

    Facilities on the 22:38 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 23:57.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

• Severe Disruption Leeds - Barnsley - Sheffield - Nottingham View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (1)

  • 22:27 Nottingham to Sheffield due 23:26

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 13:41

    22:27 Nottingham to Sheffield due 23:26 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  Other train service updates (1)

  • 20:05 Leeds to Nottingham due 21:59

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:03

    20:05 Leeds to Nottingham due 21:59 will be reinstated.
    It will be terminated at Sheffield.
    It will no longer call at Dronfield, Chesterfield, Alfreton, Langley Mill, Ilkeston and Nottingham.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

• Severe Disruption Leeds - Castleford - Barnsley - Sheffield View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Leeds - Doncaster View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Leeds - Moorthorpe - Sheffield View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Formation alerts (3)

  • 20:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 22:02

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:21

    Facilities on the 20:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 22:02.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

  • 19:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 20:36

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:21

    Facilities on the 19:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 20:36.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
    

  • 22:30 Leeds to Sheffield due 23:43

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 07:35

    Facilities on the 22:30 Leeds to Sheffield due 23:43.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
    

• Severe Disruption Sheffield - Lincoln/Cleethorpes via Retford and Gainsborough View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Bradford Forster Square - Leeds View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Train cancellations (1)

  • 19:30 Bradford Forster Square to Leeds due 19:55

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 17:50

    19:30 Bradford Forster Square to Leeds due 19:55 will be cancelled.
    This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
    If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit 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
    

• Severe Disruption Bradford Int - Huddersfield View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Ilkley - Bradford Forster Square View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Formation alerts (2)

  • 19:16 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 19:47

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:15

    Facilities on the 19:16 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 19:47.
    Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
    

  • 19:58 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 20:28

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:15

    Facilities on the 19:58 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 20:28.
    Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
    

• Severe Disruption Ilkley - Leeds View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Leeds - Knottingley View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

• Severe Disruption Skipton - Bradford Forster Square View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

  Formation alerts (1)

  • 22:11 Bradford Forster Square to Skipton due 22:48

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:15

    Facilities on the 22:11 Bradford Forster Square to Skipton due 22:48.
    Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
    

• Good Service Manchester Vic - St Helens Jn - Liverpool View Details Hide Details

  Line updates (1)

  • Cancellations to services on all routes

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    Due to a member of train crew being unavailable fewer trains are able to run on all lines.

    Impact

    Train services running across the whole Northern network may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

    Customer advice

    Services across the Northern network are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    
    Effect on service:
    Northern train services in Lancashire and Cumbria, Merseyside and Manchester are subject to short notice alterations and cancellations for the remainder of the day.
    
    WE ADVISE CUSTOMERS TO CHECK BEFORE THEY TRAVEL, ALL DAY TODAY FRIDAY 19TH DECEMBER.
    
    Alternative travel suggestions:
    Northern train tickets restrictions have been lifted until end of service today, including advance and peak restrictions
    
    Replacement transport:
    Replacement road transport will replace some cancelled service, we expect road transport that does run to be very busy.
    Please see Customer Information Screens, consult on-line journey planners or speak to station staff for information about replacement road transport, please

    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, 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.
    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

    Further Info

    An update will follow within the next 4 hours.

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  Train cancellations (25)

  • 17:24 York to Blackpool North due 20:04

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:18

    17:24 York to Blackpool North due 20:04 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 18:56 Corkickle to Barrow-In-Furness due 20:14

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:06

    18:56 Corkickle to Barrow-In-Furness due 20:14 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    1 Travellers Choice bus departs Corkickle at 1856, all stops to Barrow.

    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
    

  • 19:05 Doncaster to Hull due 20:12

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 13:42

    19:05 Doncaster to Hull due 20:12 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 19:13 Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western due 20:04

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:09

    19:13 Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western due 20:04 will be cancelled.
    This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
    

    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.
    

  • 19:25 Newcastle to Ashington due 20:02

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 11:26

    19:25 Newcastle to Ashington due 20:02 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    
    

  • 19:45 Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western due 20:32

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:38

    19:45 Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western due 20:32 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  • 20:21 Manchester Piccadilly to Rose Hill Marple due 20:52

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:41

    20:21 Manchester Piccadilly to Rose Hill Marple due 20:52 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 20:21 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street due 21:08

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:09

    20:21 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street due 21:08 will be cancelled.
    This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
    

    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.
    

  • 20:34 Lancaster to Morecambe due 20:45

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 16:01

    20:34 Lancaster to Morecambe due 20:45 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  • 20:41 Hull to Doncaster due 21:46

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 13:43

    20:41 Hull to Doncaster due 21:46 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 20:43 Rose Hill Marple to Manchester Piccadilly due 21:14

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:42

    20:43 Rose Hill Marple to Manchester Piccadilly due 21:14 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    1 Atlantic Travel bus departs Rose Hill Maple at 2100, all stops to Manchester Piccadilly.

    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
    

  • 20:45 Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western due 21:32

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 16:02

    20:45 Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western due 21:32 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  • 20:52 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street due 21:38

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:52

    20:52 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street due 21:38 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 20:56 Liverpool Lime Street to Warrington Central due 21:32

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:24

    20:56 Liverpool Lime Street to Warrington Central due 21:32 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  • 20:56 Morecambe to Lancaster due 21:06

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 16:01

    20:56 Morecambe to Lancaster due 21:06 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  • 21:10 Barrow-In-Furness to Millom due 21:38

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:46

    21:10 Barrow-In-Furness to Millom due 21:38 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 21:34 Lancaster to Morecambe due 21:45

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:52

    21:34 Lancaster to Morecambe due 21:45 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    Buses operated by KT's will depart Lancaster, all stops to Morecambe at 2045, 2145, 2245
    Buses operated by KT's will depart Morecambe all stops to Lancaster at 2115, 2215, 2315.

    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
    

  • 21:44 Warrington Central to Liverpool Lime Street due 22:26

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:24

    21:44 Warrington Central to Liverpool Lime Street due 22:26 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
    

  • 21:48 Morecambe to Lancaster due 21:58

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:33

    21:48 Morecambe to Lancaster due 21:58 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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.
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    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
    

  • 22:00 Millom to Barrow-In-Furness due 22:31

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:45

    22:00 Millom to Barrow-In-Furness due 22:31 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    2 x Soloman Travel midi buses depart Millom at 2210, all stops to Barrow.

    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.
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    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
    

  • 22:04 Lancaster to Morecambe due 22:15

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:52

    22:04 Lancaster to Morecambe due 22:15 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    Buses operated by KT's will depart Lancaster, all stops to Morecambe at 2045, 2145, 2245
    Buses operated by KT's will depart Morecambe all stops to Lancaster at 2115, 2215, 2315.

    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
    

  • 22:20 Morecambe to Lancaster due 22:31

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:29

    22:20 Morecambe to Lancaster due 22:31 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 22:37 Lancaster to Morecambe due 22:48

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:51

    22:37 Lancaster to Morecambe due 22:48 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    Buses operated by KT's will depart Lancaster, all stops to Morecambe at 2045, 2145, 2245
    Buses operated by KT's will depart Morecambe all stops to Lancaster at 2115, 2215, 2315.

    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
    

  • 22:52 Morecambe to Lancaster due 23:02

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:22

    22:52 Morecambe to Lancaster due 23:02 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 23:14 Doncaster to Goole due 23:40

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 13:46

    23:14 Doncaster to Goole due 23:40 will be cancelled.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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 (8)

  • 17:55 Bridlington to York due 19:57

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 04:36

    Facilities on the 17:55 Bridlington to York due 19:57.
    Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
    

  • 18:53 Hull to Doncaster due 19:58

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 17:46

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

  • 20:08 Doncaster to Hull due 21:14

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 17:46

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

  • 21:29 Bradford Forster Square to Shipley due 21:36

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:15

    Facilities on the 21:29 Bradford Forster Square to Shipley due 21:36.
    Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
    

  • 21:48 Shipley to Bradford Forster Square due 21:58

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 06:15

    Facilities on the 21:48 Shipley to Bradford Forster Square due 21:58.
    Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.
    

  • 21:52 Newcastle to Metrocentre due 22:01

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:17

    Facilities on the 21:52 Newcastle to Metrocentre due 22:01.
    Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 2.
    

  • 22:13 Metrocentre to Newcastle due 22:22

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:17

    Facilities on the 22:13 Metrocentre to Newcastle due 22:22.
    Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 2.
    

  • 22:47 York to Hull due 23:56

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 04:36

    Facilities on the 22:47 York to Hull due 23:56.
    Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.
    

  Other train service updates (11)

  • 17:54 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 20:10

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 14:31

    17:54 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 20:10 will be terminated at Wigan Wallgate.
    It will no longer call at Hindley, Daisy Hill, Hag Fold, Atherton, Walkden, Swinton, Salford Crescent, Salford Central, Manchester Victoria, Rochdale, Smithy Bridge, Littleborough, Todmorden, Burnley Manchester Road, Rose Grove, Accrington and Blackburn.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.
    

    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.
    

  • 18:17 Halifax to Hull due 20:00

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:31

    18:17 Halifax to Hull due 20:00 will be terminated at Bradford Interchange.
    It will no longer call at New Pudsey, Bramley, Leeds, Cross Gates, Garforth, East Garforth, Micklefield, South Milford, Selby, Brough and Hull.
    It is being delayed at Halifax.
    This is due to a fault on this train.
    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 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
    

  • 18:30 Southport to Stalybridge due 20:04

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 17:38

    18:30 Southport to Stalybridge due 20:04 will call additionally at Bescar Lane, New Lane and Hoscar.
    This is due to the train making extra stops because a train was cancelled.
    

    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.
    

  • 18:45 Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western due 19:34

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:27

    18:45 Liverpool Lime Street to Wigan North Western due 19:34 will no longer call at Edge Hill, Wavertree Technology Park, Broad Green and Roby.
    This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
    

    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
    

  • 18:52 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street due 19:43

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:03

    18:52 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street due 19:43 will be diverted between Wigan North Western and Huyton.
    It will no longer call at Bryn, Garswood, St Helens Central, Thatto Heath, Eccleston Park and Prescot.
    It is being delayed between Wigan North Western and Huyton and is now expected to be 5 minutes late.
    This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
    

    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.
    

  • 19:20 St Helens Central to Liverpool Lime Street due 19:40

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:54

    An additional train service has been planned to operate as shown 19:20 St Helens Central to Liverpool Lime Street due 19:40.
    

    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.
    

  • 19:21 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:08

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:15

    19:21 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:08 will no longer call at Bryn, Garswood, St Helens Central, Thatto Heath, Eccleston Park and Prescot.
    This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
    

    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
    

  • 19:24 York to Blackpool North due 22:06

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 15:07

    19:24 York to Blackpool North due 22:06 will be reinstated.
    It will be terminated at Preston.
    It will no longer call at Kirkham & Wesham, Poulton-Le-Fylde and Blackpool North.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
    If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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
    

  • 19:53 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:41

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 18:28

    19:53 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:41 will no longer call at Bryn, Garswood, St Helens Central, Thatto Heath, Eccleston Park and Prescot.
    This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
    

    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
    

  • 21:56 Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadilly due 23:10

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 13:24

    21:56 Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadilly due 23:10 will be starting late from Blackpool North and is expected to be 6 minutes late.
    This is due to the train departing late to maintain customer connections.
    

    Further Info

    We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
    If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
    You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
    

  • 22:52 Rochdale to Blackburn due 00:03

    Last Updated 19/12/2025 19:16

    22:52 Rochdale to Blackburn due 00:03 will be reinstated.
    It will be started from Manchester Victoria.
    It will no longer call at Rochdale, Castleton, Mills Hill and Moston.
    This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
    

    Additional Info

    1 x Ocean Travel bus departs Rochdale at 2300, all stops to Manchester Victoria set down to Blackburn via Bolton.
    1 x Atlantic bus departs Manchester Victoria at 2330, all stops to Blackburn, via Bolton.

    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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