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  • Train cancellations (2)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:06

      17:06 Carlisle to Whitehaven due 18:16 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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:35

      21:51 Carlisle to Whitehaven due 23:00 will be cancelled.
      This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.

      Additional Info

      We apologise for the cancellation of this service today. To assist customers to complete their journey, road replacement transport will be provided as follows.

      A coach operated by KT's will depart Carlisle at 22:00 calling at stations to Whitehaven.

      Please check station information posters for the location of the bus pick up points and be advised that bicycles, e-bikes and dogs (excluding service dogs) are not permitted on replacement road transport. Journey times will be extended by up to 60 minutes when using road replacement transport.

      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 (3)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:33

      20:39 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 21:47 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.

      Additional Info

      We apologise for the cancellation of this service today. To assist customers to complete their journey, customers are advised to board the 21:25 service from Whitehaven, alight at Maryport to connect with road replacement transport.

      A coach operated by Workington Transport Heritage Trust will depart Maryport at 22:05 calling at stations to Carlisle.

      Please check station information posters for the location of the bus pick up points and be advised that bicycles, e-bikes and dogs (excluding service dogs) are not permitted on replacement road transport. Journey times will be extended by up to 60 minutes when using road replacement transport.

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:03

      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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:08

      15:43 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 16:51 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

  • Line updates (1)

    • Last Updated 06/02/2026 15:25

      Due to urgent repairs to a bridge at South Bank:

      Impact

      Train services running through this station will be running non stop between Middlesbrough and Redcar Central. South Bank will not be served. Disruption is expected until 16:00 28/06.

      Customer advice

      Services between Middlesbrough and Saltburn are currently being disrupted due to an unsafe footbridge at South Bank.

      Effect on service:
      Middlesbrough to Saltburn services will not call at South Bank, in this direction only.

      Road Transport details.
      To assist customers to complete their journey, a shuttle bus has been provided between Middlesbrough, South Bank & Redcar Central. This will be operated by E-Travel.
      Customers at South Bank travelling towards Saltburn should board the shuttle service and then connect at Redcar Central for Northern services towards Saltburn.
      Journey times will be extended by 10 minutes whilst travelling by road transport.
      Please see station information posters for the bus pick up points.

      Additional Info

      For customers on station platforms, please listen for announcements or consult Customer Information Screens for up to date train running information.
      For live real time journey updates, please visit journeycheck.com/northern or X (tweet) our team @northernassist
      To re-plan your journey please visit nationalrail.co.uk
      If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delayrepay #NorthernUpdates

    Other train service updates (1)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:46

      15:26 Saltburn to Bishop Auckland due 16:47 will be started from Redcar Central.
      It will no longer call at Saltburn, Marske, Longbeck and Redcar East.
      This is due to a points failure.

      Further Info

      We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
      If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express, East Midlands Railway or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
      If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.

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

  • Formation alerts (3)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:54

      Facilities on the 17:32 Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street due 18:53.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 16:14

      16:00 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport due 17:25 will no longer call at Edge Hill, Wavertree Technology Park, Broad Green, Roby, Whiston, Rainhill, Lea Green, St Helens Junction, Earlestown, Patricroft, Eccles and Deansgate.
      It has been delayed at Liverpool Lime Street and is now 13 minutes late.
      This is due to a fault on a train earlier.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

      Further Info

      We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
      If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
      If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:54

      Facilities on the 23:02 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport due 00:24.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

      Further Info

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

  • Other train service updates (2)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 16:03

      15:21 Rochdale to Clitheroe due 17:00 was terminated at Manchester Victoria.
      It will no longer call at Salford Central, Salford Crescent, Bolton, Hall I' Th' Wood, Bromley Cross, Entwistle, Darwen, Blackburn, Ramsgreave & Wilpshire, Langho, Whalley and Clitheroe.
      It has been delayed at Rochdale and is now 8 minutes late.
      This is due to a fault on this train.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 16:03

      17:21 Clitheroe to Rochdale due 19:00 will be started from Manchester Victoria.
      It will no longer call at Clitheroe, Whalley, Langho, Ramsgreave & Wilpshire, Blackburn, Darwen, Entwistle, Bromley Cross, Hall I' Th' Wood, Bolton, Salford Crescent and Salford Central.
      This is due to a fault on this train.

      Further Info

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

  • Other train service updates (1)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:45

      14:50 Carlisle to Leeds due 17:36 is being delayed between Langwathby and Appleby and is now expected to be 16 minutes late.
      This is due to a passenger being taken ill on a train.

      Further Info

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

  • Other train service updates (3)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:15

      13:52 Barrow-In-Furness to Manchester Airport due 16:15 is being delayed at Preston.
      This is due to a fault on this train.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:05

      15:50 Corkickle to Lancaster due 18:20 will be terminated at Barrow-In-Furness.
      It will no longer call at Roose, Dalton, Ulverston, Cark & Cartmel, Grange-Over-Sands, Arnside, Silverdale, Carnforth and Lancaster.
      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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:04

      18:36 Lancaster to Millom due 20:15 will be started from Barrow-In-Furness.
      It will no longer call at Lancaster, Carnforth, Silverdale, Arnside, Grange-Over-Sands, Kents Bank, Cark & Cartmel, Ulverston, Dalton and Roose.
      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 (5)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:57

      Facilities on the 22:58 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 00:14.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 16:13

      14:26 Chester to Leeds due 16:41 has been delayed between Rochdale and Hebden Bridge and is now 20 minutes late.
      This is due to a fault on a train earlier.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:57

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:57

      Facilities on the 18:55 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 20:15.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:57

      Facilities on the 17:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 18:34.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

  • Other train service updates (2)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:46

      15:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 16:50 will be started from Manchester Piccadilly.
      It will no longer call at Manchester Airport and Heald Green.
      This is due to a fault on this train.

      Further Info

      We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
      If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
      If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:40

      22:48 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 00:20 will be terminated at Manchester Oxford Road.
      It will no longer call at Deansgate, Salford Crescent, Bolton, Lostock, Horwich Parkway, Chorley, Buckshaw Parkway, Preston, Kirkham & Wesham, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Layton and Blackpool North.
      This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.

      Additional Info

      We apologise for the cancellation of this service today. To assist customers to complete their journey, customers are advised to board the 23:36 Northern service from Manchester Oxford Road, alight at Buckshaw Parkway to connect with the following road replacement transport.

      A coach operated by KT's will depart Buckshaw Parkway at 00:20 calling at stations to Blackpool North.

      Please check station information posters for the location of the bus pick up points and be advised that bicycles, e-bikes and dogs (excluding service dogs) are not permitted on replacement road transport. Journey times will be extended by up to 60 minutes when using road replacement transport.

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

    Engineering works (1)

    • Last Updated 01/02/2026 04:00

      Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool North from 02:00, Sunday 08 February 2026 to 03:00, Monday 09 February 2026.
      All lines will be blocked.
      All services will be revised. Northern Trains services only.
      Engineering work will be taking place between Preston and Blackpool North from 02:00 Sunday 8th February until 05:00 Monday 9th February 2026.
      York/Leeds Blackpool North: Trains will terminate at Preston.
      Blackpool North York/Leeds: Trains will start from Preston.
      Buses will be provided between Blackpool North and Preston (in both directions).

      Manchester Airport Blackpool North: Trains will terminate at Preston.
      Blackpool North Manchester Airport: Trains will start from Preston.
      Buses will be provided between Blackpool North and Preston (in both directions).
      Liverpool Lime Street Blackpool North: Trains will terminate at Preston.
      Blackpool North Liverpool Lime Street: Trains will start from Preston.
      Buses will be provided between Blackpool North and Preston (in both directions).
      MONDAY ONLY
      The 04:59 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston. A bus will be provided from Blackpool North to Preston, departing Blackpool North at 04:10 to connect with the train at Preston.

      Customer Advice:
      Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
      Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
      For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).

  • Other train service updates (5)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:24

      15:20 Blackburn to Headbolt Lane due 17:41 will be started from Rose Grove.
      It will no longer call at Blackburn and Accrington.
      This is due to a member of train crew unavailable earlier.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:40

      16:20 Blackburn to Headbolt Lane due 18:41 will be started from Accrington.
      It will no longer call at Blackburn.
      This is due to a fault with barriers at a level crossing.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:44

      14:54 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 17:14 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, Walsden, Todmorden, Burnley Manchester Road, Rose Grove, Accrington and Blackburn.
      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 and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
      If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:56

      15:21 Todmorden to Wigan Wallgate due 16:40 is being delayed at Moston.
      This is due to a fault on a train in front of this one.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:42

      15:54 Headbolt Lane to Blackburn due 18:09 will be started from Rainford.
      It will no longer call at Headbolt Lane.
      This is due to a fault with barriers at a level crossing.

      Further Info

      We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
      If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
      If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.

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

  • Formation alerts (5)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:12

      Facilities on the 20:48 Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield due 22:06.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:12

      Facilities on the 22:24 Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly due 23:43.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:10

      Facilities on the 17:48 Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffield due 19:06.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:10

      Facilities on the 16:14 Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly due 17:32.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:10

      Facilities on the 19:14 Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly due 20:32.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

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

  • Formation alerts (16)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:32

      Facilities on the 22:26 Leeds to Skipton due 23:12.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 08:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:32

      Facilities on the 17:20 Skipton to Leeds due 18:02.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 08:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 08:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 08:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 08:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 08:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:32

      Facilities on the 16:26 Leeds to Skipton due 17:09.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:34

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

  • Formation alerts (3)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:32

      Facilities on the 20:16 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 20:46.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:32

      Facilities on the 18:46 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 19:17.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:32

      Facilities on the 19:23 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 19:55.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

  • Formation alerts (4)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 08:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 08:34

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:32

      Facilities on the 21:37 Ilkley to Leeds due 22:06.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

  • Line updates (1)

    • Last Updated 06/02/2026 14:43

      Due to urgent repairs to the railway between Corkickle and Whitehaven the line is closed.

      Impact

      Train services running through these stations will be terminated at Corkickle and restarted from Whitehaven. Disruption is expected until the end of the day on 31/03/26.

      Customer advice

      Services between Corkickle and Whitehaven are being disrupted due to urgent repairs the railway.
      Network Rail continue to complete the works on Bransty Tunnel, Whitehaven. The line is closed between Corkickle and Whitehaven (in both directions). Disruption is expected until Spring 2026.

      Effect on service:
      Train services are unable to run between Corkickle and Whitehaven (in both directions).
      Train services between Lancaster/Barrow-in-Furness and Carlisle will terminate at Corkickle and restart between Whitehaven and Carlisle.
      Train services between Carlisle and Barrow-in-Furness/Lancaster will terminate at Whitehaven and restart at Corkickle.
      Rail replacement buses will operate between Corkickle and Whitehaven (in both directions),

      Replacement transport:
      Road transport will operate between Corkickle and Whitehaven.
      Please speak to station staff, see on-line journey planners or consult Customer Information Screens for departure times.
      Please see station information posters for the location of bus pick up points.
      Journey times may be extended by up to 60 minutes whilst travelling by road transport.

      Additional Info

      For customers on station platforms, please listen for announcements or consult Customer Information Screens for up-to-date train running information.
      For live real time journey updates on board your train please visit journeycheck.com/northern, message us on X.com @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00), or search for #NorthernUpdates
      If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern or TransPennine Express within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
      If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
      If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay

    Formation alerts (16)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:53

      Facilities on the 15:49 Hull to Doncaster due 16:55.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 06:00

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:13

      Facilities on the 17:20 Leeds to Harrogate due 17:56.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 06:00

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:13

      Facilities on the 18:05 Harrogate to Leeds due 18:42.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:53

      Facilities on the 19:05 Doncaster to Hull due 20:12.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 06:00

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 11:58

      Facilities on the 20:25 Newcastle to Ashington due 21:03.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 05:54

      Facilities on the 21:21 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street due 22:08.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 11:58

      Facilities on the 21:23 Newcastle to Ashington due 22:00.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 11:58

      Facilities on the 21:37 Ashington to Newcastle due 22:13.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 11:58

      Facilities on the 22:23 Newcastle to Ashington due 23:00.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 11:58

      Facilities on the 22:37 Ashington to Newcastle due 23:13.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 08:30

      Facilities on the 22:45 Hull to Sheffield due 00:06.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 11:58

      Facilities on the 23:21 Newcastle to Ashington due 23:58.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 08:30

      Facilities on the 23:38 Doncaster to Sheffield due 00:16.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    Other train service updates (7)

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 16:13

      14:26 Chester to Leeds due 16:41 has been delayed between Rochdale and Hebden Bridge and is now 20 minutes late.
      This is due to a fault on a train earlier.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:22

      15:52 Stalybridge to Southport due 17:25 will be started from Wigan Wallgate.
      It will no longer call at Stalybridge, Ashton-Under-Lyne, Manchester Victoria, Salford Central, Salford Crescent, Kearsley, Farnworth, Moses Gate, Bolton, Westhoughton, Hindley and Ince.
      This is due to train crew being delayed.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 16:14

      16:00 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport due 17:25 will no longer call at Edge Hill, Wavertree Technology Park, Broad Green, Roby, Whiston, Rainhill, Lea Green, St Helens Junction, Earlestown, Patricroft, Eccles and Deansgate.
      It has been delayed at Liverpool Lime Street and is now 13 minutes late.
      This is due to a fault on a train earlier.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 6.

      Further Info

      We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
      If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
      If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 14:44

      An additional train service has been planned to operate as shown 16:03 Manchester Victoria to Blackburn due 17:14.

      Further Info

      We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
      If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
      If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 16:15

      16:30 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Victoria due 17:25 will call additionally at Patricroft.
      This is due to the train making extra stops because of 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.

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 15:58

      19:53 Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:41 will be starting late from Wigan North Western and is expected to be 11 minutes late.
      This is due to train crew being delayed.

      Further Info

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

    • Last Updated 07/02/2026 08:20

      08/02/26 08:57 Sheffield to Scarborough due 11:44 will be started from Hull.
      It will no longer call at Sheffield, Meadowhall, Doncaster, Goole and Brough.
      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 and East Midlands Railway service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
      If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
      You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
      If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.

    Engineering works (3)

    • Last Updated 01/02/2026 04:00

      Planned engineering work will take place between Stalybridge and Mirfield from 00:30, Saturday 07 February 2026 to 05:15, Sunday 08 February 2026.
      All lines will be blocked.
      All services will be revised. Northern Trains services only.
      Engineering work will be taking place between Stalybridge and Mirfield from Saturday 7th February at 00:30 until 05:15 on Monday 8th February 2026.
      Leeds Manchester Victoria Wigan Wallgate (via Dewsbury): Trains will run between Leeds and Halifax (via Dewbury), and between Todmorden and Manchester Victoria/Wigan Wallgate.
      Wigan Wallgate Manchester Victoria Leeds (via Dewsbury): Trains will run between between Wigan Wallgate/Manchester Victoria and Todmorden, and between Halifax and Leeds (via Dewsbury).
      Alternative train services are available between Halifax and Todmordmen (in both directions).
      Services between Leeds and Manchester Victoria via Bradford Interchange (in both directions) will run to an amended timetable.
      Customer Advice:
      Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
      Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
      For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).

    • Last Updated 01/02/2026 04:00

      Planned engineering work will take place between Stalybridge and Mirfield from 00:30, Saturday 07 February 2026 to 05:15, Sunday 08 February 2026.
      All lines will be blocked.
      All services will be revised. Northern Trains services only.
      Engineering work will be taking place between Stalybridge and Mirfield from Saturday 7th February at 00:30 until 05:15 on Monday 8th February 2026.
      Huddersfield Sheffield: Trains will start from Lockwood.
      Sheffield Huddersfield: Trains will terminate at Lockwood.
      Buses will be provided between Huddersfield and Lockwood (in both directions).
      Customer Advice:
      Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
      Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
      For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).

    • Last Updated 01/02/2026 04:00

      Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Lostock Hall from 23:55, Saturday 07 February 2026 to 08:55, Sunday 08 February 2026.
      All lines will be blocked.
      All services will be revised. Northern Trains services only.
      Engineering work will be taking place between Preston and Lostock Hall from 23:55 Saturday 7th February until 08:55 Sunday 8th February 2026.
      The 23:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Buckshaw Parkway. A bus will be provided from Buckshaw Parkway to Blackpool North.
      The 23:15 Liverpool Lime Street to Preston service will terminate at Wigan North Western. A bus will be provided from Wigan North Western to Preston.
      Customer Advice:
      Normal journey times are extended by approximately 45 minutes. Please allow extra time for your journey.
      Please check station information posters or online for the location of the bus pick up points.
      For customers requiring mobility travel assistance please call us on 0800 138 5560 (Text Relay 18001 0800 138 5560).

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

Stations

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

    Customers are advised that there have been loose Coping Stones reported on the Platform 2 edge at this station. Customers are requested to take care when boarding/alighting trains.

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

    Customers are advised that there have been loose paving slabs reports on Platform 2 at this station. Customers are requested to take care when boarding/alighting trains, and moving about the station.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 13:00 on 07/02/2026 until the end of the day at Alfreton station.

  • There is no lighting on the platforms at Arram station.

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

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

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

  • At Barrow-In-Furness station, the following issues have been reported:
    Various toilets on platform 2/3 are out of order.
    The waiting room on platform 2/3 has been closed for repairs.
    The waiting room and toilets on platform 1 are still open.

  • The automatic ticket barriers are not in use at Blackpool North station.

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

  • There is no lighting on platform 2 at Bramhall station.

    Customers are advised to take extra care when moving about the station, due to the lighting on platform 2 being reported as faulty.

  • At Broad Green station, the following issues have been reported:
    The ticket office is closed.
    Owing to uneven surfaces passengers should take extra care.
    Due to ongoing refurbishment work, the ticket office at this station will be closed until further notice. A ticket vending machine is available.

    When the ticket office is closed, customers are advised to purchase their ticket from the ticket vending machines or from the Northern app prior to boarding the train. Customers wishing to pay using cash are advised to collect a 'Promise To Pay' voucher from the ticket vending machine main menu, and present this to the Conductor on the train who will be happy to issue the required tickets. If this is not available, please approach the Conductor on the train.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 15:00 on 07/02/2026 until the end of the day at Burnley Manchester Road station.

  • The lifts will be out of order from 18:53 on 06/02/2026 until further notice at Daisy Hill station.

    Customers who require step free access at this station should speak to a member of staff, or contact the Northern Customer Experience Centre on 0800 200 6060 for further assistance.

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

  • At Dinting station, the following issues have been reported:
    Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care.
    The ticket vending machines are out of order.
    Customers are advised to board and alight trains using the middle doors of the train at Dinting due to loose platform edge stones. Network Rail are aware of the issue and will repair the stones as quickly as possible.

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

    For passengers who need assistance please speak to a member of station staff or contact the Northern Passenger Assistance team on 0800 138 5560.

  • The ticket office will be closed :
    From now until the end of the day
    From 07:15 on 05/02/2026 until the end of the day
    From 07:15 on 07/02/2026 until the end of the day at Driffield station.

    When the ticket office is closed, customers are advised to purchase their ticket from the ticket vending machines or from the Northern app prior to boarding the train. Customers wishing to pay using cash are advised to collect a 'Promise To Pay' voucher from the ticket vending machine main menu, and present this to the Conductor on the train who will be happy to issue the required tickets. If this is not available, please approach the Conductor on the train.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 14:30 on 10/02/2026 until the end of the day at Eccleston Park station.

  • At Edge Hill station, the following issues have been reported:
    Owing to poor lighting on the platforms passengers should take extra care.
    Customers are advised to take extra care when boarding and alighting services.

    For passengers who need assistance please speak to a member of station staff or contact the Northern Passenger Assistance team on 0800 138 5560.

  • Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care on platform 2 at Euxton Balshaw Lane station.

  • At Fairfield station, the following issues have been reported:
    Owing to uneven platforms passengers should take extra care.
    Due to loose coping stones on the edge of Platform 1, Customers are advised to take extra care.

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

  • There is no passenger assistance at this station from 13:00 until 19:45 today. Please contact our Customer Experience Centre on 0800 200 6060.

  • The ticket office will be closed :
    From 18:15 on 13/02/2026 until the end of the day
    From 13:15 on 14/02/2026 until the end of the day at Grange-Over-Sands station.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 05:45 on 10/02/2026 until 14:30 on 10/02/2026 at Grange-Over-Sands station.

    When the ticket office is closed, customers are advised to purchase their ticket from the ticket vending machines or from the Northern app prior to boarding the train. Customers wishing to pay using cash are advised to collect a 'Promise To Pay' voucher from the ticket vending machine main menu, and present this to the Conductor on the train who will be happy to issue the required tickets. If this is not available, please approach the Conductor on the train.

  • Please be advised this station is currently unable to process smart card transactions and checks.
    The station is also unable to process Weekly, monthly or flexi tickets.

  • The ticket office will be closed :
    From 06:15 on 12/02/2026 until the end of the day
    From 06:15 on 13/02/2026 until the end of the day at Hag Fold station.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 06:15 on 09/02/2026 until 13:15 on 13/02/2026 at Hag Fold station.

    When the ticket office is closed, customers are advised to purchase their ticket from the ticket vending machines or from the Northern app prior to boarding the train. Customers wishing to pay using cash are advised to collect a 'Promise To Pay' voucher from the ticket vending machine main menu, and present this to the Conductor on the train who will be happy to issue the required tickets. If this is not available, please approach the Conductor on the train.

  • The ticket office is unable to process cash payments.

  • There is no lighting at the station at Hapton station.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 07:00 on 14/02/2026 until the end of the day at Hindley station.

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

  • Owing to uneven surfaces on platform 1, passengers should take extra care at Kearsley station.

  • Various toilets at the station are out of order at Lea Green station.

  • There is no lighting at the station at Lytham station.

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

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

  • The ticket office will be closed from 14:50 on 07/02/2026 until the end of the day at Newton-Le-Willows station.

  • All toilets at the station are out of order at Newton-Le-Willows station.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 21:30 on 10/02/2026 until 00:12 on 11/02/2026 at Newton-Le-Willows station.

    When the ticket office is closed, customers are advised to purchase their ticket from the ticket vending machines or from the Northern app prior to boarding the train. Customers wishing to pay using cash are advised to collect a 'Promise To Pay' voucher from the ticket vending machine main menu, and present this to the Conductor on the train who will be happy to issue the required tickets. If this is not available, please approach the Conductor on the train.

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

  • The lifts will be out of order between the subway and platform 2 from 05:00 on 02/02/2026 until further notice at Salford Central station.

    For passengers who need assistance please speak to a member of station staff or contact the Northern Passenger Assistance team on 0800 138 5560.

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

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

    Passengers should take extra care on Platform 1 at this station due to loose coping stones. Passengers should take extra care on Platform 2 at this station due to damage to the platform surface.

  • Due to a broken grate on Platform 1 near the waiting shelter. Please take extra care.

  • Owing to slippery platforms passengers should take extra care at Steeton & Silsden station.

  • The lifts will be out of order between Platform 1 and Platform 2 from now until further notice at Steeton & Silsden station.

  • All toilets at the station are out of order at Stoke-On-Trent station.

    The toilets at Stoke-on-Trent are out of use due to refurbishment. A temporary toilet facility is available outside the entrance to platform 2, an accessable toilet is also available on platform 1.

  • The lift at the north end of Sunderland station, between platforms 1 and 4, will be out of order from now until further notice.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 06:10 on 09/02/2026 until 13:10 on 09/02/2026 at Swinton station.

    When the ticket office is closed, customers are advised to purchase their ticket from the ticket vending machines or from the Northern app prior to boarding the train. Customers wishing to pay using cash are advised to collect a 'Promise To Pay' voucher from the ticket vending machine main menu, and present this to the Conductor on the train who will be happy to issue the required tickets. If this is not available, please approach the Conductor on the train.

  • The ticket office has now reopened at Thorne North station.

  • The lifts are now working between Platform 2 and Crossover at Warrington Central station.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 15:16 on 10/02/2026 until 00:23 on 11/02/2026 at Warrington West station.

    When the ticket office is closed, customers are advised to purchase their ticket from the ticket vending machines or from the Northern app prior to boarding the train. Customers wishing to pay using cash are advised to collect a 'Promise To Pay' voucher from the ticket vending machine main menu, and present this to the Conductor on the train who will be happy to issue the required tickets. If this is not available, please approach the Conductor on the train.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 17:45 on 10/02/2026 until the end of the day at Whitehaven station.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 18:15 on 10/02/2026 until 20:00 on 10/02/2026 at Whitehaven station.

    When the ticket office is closed, customers are advised to purchase their ticket from the ticket vending machines or from the Northern app prior to boarding the train. Customers wishing to pay using cash are advised to collect a 'Promise To Pay' voucher from the ticket vending machine main menu, and present this to the Conductor on the train who will be happy to issue the required tickets. If this is not available, please approach the Conductor on the train.

  • All toilets at the station are out of order at Wigan North Western station.

    The toilets at Wigan North Western are out of use due to refurbishment. A temporary toilet facility is available by turning right as you exist the main station entrance.

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

Passenger Information during Disruption

Feedback from customers consistently tells us that the flow of information about train services that are experiencing disruption is a priority for them and is an area we need to focus on more strongly. Whilst it is recognised the Northern have the responsibility for managing their relationship with their own customers, the interconnected nature of the rail industry dictates that a coordinated approach to the provision of passenger information during major delays/disruption is appropriate and important.

Customer information pledges

Whilst we always try our best to make your journey as simple as possible, we understand that, sometimes things don’t always go to plan when travelling by rail.

Customers across rail industry, tell us that this is an area, we need to improve, which is why Northern has been working closely with other train operators, Network Rail and the Rail Delivery group as part of the Smarter information programme.

The Smarter information programme

This programme aims to achieve a step change in customer experience through providing you with improved information, when and how you wish to receive it.

Across the rail industry, we have now agreed a set of pledges, which outline what you can expect, before, during and after your journey.

What do the Customer Information Pledges say?

The customer information pledges

  • Show we care by listening to our customers and putting their needs first
  • Commit to a set of guiding principles that will bring real consistency to customers who choose to travel by train
  • Bring together best practice from across the rail industry and other industries, to support you during disruption, enabling you to get to your destination as quickly as possible

You can view the Rail Delivery Group customer information pledges here

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