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  • Line updates (1)

    • Last Updated 30/09/2025 12:10

      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 31/01/26.

      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 until further notice, once a time frame for works to be completed has been set we will update our customers.

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

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

      Additional Info

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

    Train cancellations (4)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 12:35

      17:50 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 18:58 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 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 21/11/2025 12:35

      22:09 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 23:17 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 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 21/11/2025 12:41

      21:34 Whitehaven to Carlisle due 22:42 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 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 21/11/2025 12:36

      20:00 Carlisle to Whitehaven due 21:09 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 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.

    Other train service updates (2)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 12:35

      15:59 Carlisle to Whitehaven due 17:09 will be terminated at Workington.
      It will no longer call at Harrington, Parton and Whitehaven.
      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 21/11/2025 12:37

      20:55 Carlisle to Whitehaven due 22:04 will be terminated at Workington.
      It will no longer call at Harrington, Parton and Whitehaven.
      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.

    Improvement works

    • Improvement work timetable
      11 November
      -
      13 December 2025
      Download timetable PDF

  • Line updates (1)

    • 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

  • Line updates (1)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 14:49

      Due to a fault with the signalling system between Macclesfield and Stoke-On-Trent all lines are blocked.

      Impact

      Train services running through these stations will be cancelled or terminated at and started back from Macclesfield. All stations between Macclesfield and Stoke-On-Trent will not be served. Disruption is expected until 16:00 21/11.

      Customer advice

      Services between Manchester Piccadilly and Stoke-On-Trent are currently being disrupted due to a fault with the signalling system.

      Effect on service:
      Manchester Piccadilly - Stoke-On-Trent services will terminate and re-start at Macclesfield.

      First services impacted:
      13:46 Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trent will be terminated at Macclesfield.

      Alternative travel suggestions:
      Northern train ticket restrictions have been lifted in the affected areas, including Advance and Peak restrictions, during this disruption. Restrictions will be reinstated once the disruption ends.

      Replacement Road Transport
      1 x Carolean Coach will depart Stoke on Trent at 1555, all stops to Manchester Piccadilly.
      1 x Sky Coaches will depart Macclesfield at 1545, all stops to Stoke-on-Trent

      Please see station information posters for the location of the bus pick up points and be advertised journey times will be extended by up to 45 minutes when using road transport.

      Additional Info

      Please travel on the next Northern train where available or visit www.northernrailway.co.uk/service-updates for any alternative options and for more information during times of disruption.

      You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.

      If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay

    Other train service updates (5)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 15:30

      16:55 Stoke-On-Trent to Manchester Piccadilly due 17:50 will be started from Macclesfield.
      It will no longer call at Stoke-On-Trent, Kidsgrove and Congleton.
      This is due to a fault with the signalling system.

      Further Info

      We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
      If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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 21/11/2025 14:41

      14:45 Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-On-Trent due 15:40 will be terminated at Macclesfield.
      It will no longer call at Congleton, Kidsgrove and Stoke-On-Trent.
      This is due to a fault with the signalling system.

      Further Info

      We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
      If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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 21/11/2025 14:41

      15:55 Stoke-On-Trent to Manchester Piccadilly due 16:50 will be started from Macclesfield.
      It will no longer call at Stoke-On-Trent, Kidsgrove and Congleton.
      This is due to a fault with the signalling system.

      Further Info

      We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
      If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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 21/11/2025 14:05

      14:55 Stoke-On-Trent to Manchester Piccadilly due 15:50 will be started from Macclesfield.
      It will no longer call at Stoke-On-Trent, Kidsgrove and Congleton.
      This is due to a fault with the signalling system near Stoke-On-Trent.

      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 21/11/2025 15:30

      15:46 Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-On-Trent due 16:40 will be terminated at Macclesfield.
      It will no longer call at Congleton, Kidsgrove and Stoke-On-Trent.
      This is due to a fault with the signalling system.

      Further Info

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

  • Other train service updates (1)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 15:12

      13:36 Carlisle to Leeds due 16:06 has been delayed at Appleby and is now 24 minutes late.
      This is due to a fault with the signalling system.

      Further Info

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

  • Line updates (1)

    • 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

  • Line updates (1)

    • Last Updated 30/09/2025 12:10

      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 31/01/26.

      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 until further notice, once a time frame for works to be completed has been set we will update our customers.

      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

    Other train service updates (1)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 12:02

      13:19 Lancaster to Corkickle due 15:46 will be starting late from Lancaster and is expected to be 10 minutes late.
      This is due to train crew being delayed by service disruption at Lancaster.

      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.

    Improvement works

    • Improvement work timetable
      11 November
      -
      13 December 2025
      Download timetable PDF

  • Line updates (1)

    • 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

    Formation alerts (2)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:25

      Facilities on the 15:55 Hexham to Whitby due 19:31.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

      .

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:25

      Facilities on the 12:00 Whitby to Hexham due 15:40.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

      .

  • Formation alerts (3)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:14

      Facilities on the 16:43 Leeds to Chester due 19:09.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:14

      Facilities on the 19:26 Chester to Leeds due 21:42.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:14

      Facilities on the 14:54 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 16:18.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

  • Formation alerts (1)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 11:25

      Facilities on the 23:28 Sheffield to Manchester Piccadilly due 00:37.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

  • Formation alerts (1)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:14

      Facilities on the 16:43 Leeds to Chester due 19:09.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

  • Formation alerts (18)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 14:38

      Facilities on the 15:16 Hull to Halifax due 17:03.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:28

      Facilities on the 15:16 Halifax to Hull due 17:00.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:12

      Facilities on the 18:17 Halifax to Hull due 20:07.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:39

      Facilities on the 18:15 Hull to Halifax due 20:04.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:39

      Facilities on the 14:15 Hull to Halifax due 16:05.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:12

      Facilities on the 16:14 Hull to Halifax due 18:06.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 14:38

      Facilities on the 19:15 Hull to Halifax due 21:03.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:12

      Facilities on the 14:16 Halifax to Hull due 15:59.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:39

      Facilities on the 20:16 Halifax to Hull due 22:02.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:39

      Facilities on the 22:15 Hull to Halifax due 00:06.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:28

      Facilities on the 17:15 Hull to Halifax due 19:03.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:28

      Facilities on the 19:16 Halifax to Hull due 20:59.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:12

      Facilities on the 20:14 Hull to Halifax due 22:07.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:28

      Facilities on the 21:15 Hull to Halifax due 23:04.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 14:38

      Facilities on the 21:18 Halifax to Hull due 23:03.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:12

      Facilities on the 22:21 Halifax to Hull due 00:10.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:39

      Facilities on the 16:16 Halifax to Hull due 18:00.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 14:38

      Facilities on the 17:15 Halifax to Hull due 18:59.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

  • Formation alerts (3)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:38

      Facilities on the 21:26 Leeds to Skipton due 22:12.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:38

      Facilities on the 20:17 Skipton to Leeds due 21:02.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:38

      Facilities on the 19:26 Leeds to Skipton due 20:13.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.

  • Formation alerts (3)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:25

      Facilities on the 15:55 Hexham to Whitby due 19:31.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

      .

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:25

      Facilities on the 12:00 Whitby to Hexham due 15:40.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

      .

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:25

      Facilities on the 19:42 Whitby to Middlesbrough due 21:12.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

      .

  • Formation alerts (6)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:34

      Facilities on the 15:29 Leeds to York due 16:44.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:34

      Facilities on the 21:29 Leeds to York due 22:40.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:34

      Facilities on the 20:12 York to Leeds due 21:21.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:34

      Facilities on the 17:10 York to Leeds due 18:21.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:34

      Facilities on the 18:29 Leeds to York due 19:44.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:34

      Facilities on the 14:08 York to Leeds due 15:23.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

  • Formation alerts (5)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:03

      Facilities on the 18:08 York to Leeds due 18:40.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:03

      Facilities on the 16:08 York to Leeds due 16:41.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:03

      Facilities on the 17:16 Leeds to York due 17:53.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:03

      Facilities on the 15:16 Leeds to York due 15:47.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:03

      Facilities on the 19:16 Leeds to York due 19:49.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    Engineering works (1)

    • Last Updated 15/11/2025 05:12

      Planned engineering work will take place between Leeds and Church Fenton from 00:10, Saturday 22 November 2025 to 05:00, Monday 24 November 2025.
      Some services will be revised. SATURDAY
      York Blackpool North: Trains will start from Leeds.
      Blackpool North York: Trains will terminate at Leeds.
      Leeds York via Garforth: Trains will not run.
      Halifax Hull: Trains will terminate at Leeds.
      Hull Halifax: Trains will start from Leeds.
      Buses will be provided between Leeds and York and between Leeds and Selby, in both directions.
      Train services are available between Selby and Hull, in both directions.
      SUNDAY
      York Blackpool North: Trains will not run
      Leeds York via Garforth: Trains will not run.
      Leeds Selby: Trains will not run.
      Buses will be provided between Leeds and York and between Leeds and Selby, in both directions.

      Additional Info

      Normal journey times are extended by up to 60 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).

  • Formation alerts (5)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:17

      Facilities on the 17:49 Leeds to Sheffield due 19:01.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:17

      Facilities on the 16:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 17:35.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:17

      Facilities on the 19:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 20:37.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:17

      Facilities on the 20:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 22:00.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:17

      Facilities on the 14:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 16:01.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

  • Formation alerts (3)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 11:04

      Facilities on the 19:35 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 20:54.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 11:04

      Facilities on the 21:09 Huddersfield to Sheffield due 22:28.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:17

      Facilities on the 22:36 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 23:59.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

  • Formation alerts (1)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 10:57

      Facilities on the 19:02 Sheffield to Leeds due 20:24.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

  • Formation alerts (5)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:17

      Facilities on the 17:49 Leeds to Sheffield due 19:01.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:17

      Facilities on the 16:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 17:35.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:17

      Facilities on the 20:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 22:00.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:17

      Facilities on the 14:48 Leeds to Sheffield due 16:01.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:17

      Facilities on the 19:15 Sheffield to Leeds due 20:37.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

  • Formation alerts (2)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 11:04

      Facilities on the 23:21 Worksop to Sheffield due 23:58.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 11:04

      Facilities on the 22:43 Sheffield to Worksop due 23:14.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 2.

  • Formation alerts (3)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:38

      Facilities on the 19:12 Leeds to Bradford Forster Square due 19:37.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:38

      Facilities on the 18:30 Bradford Forster Square to Leeds due 18:58.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:38

      Facilities on the 17:30 Bradford Forster Square to Leeds due 17:57.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.

  • Formation alerts (7)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:38

      Facilities on the 20:51 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 21:23.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:38

      Facilities on the 19:46 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 20:17.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:38

      Facilities on the 22:16 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 22:47.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:38

      Facilities on the 22:51 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 23:23.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:38

      Facilities on the 15:55 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 16:29.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:38

      Facilities on the 15:20 Bradford Forster Square to Ilkley due 15:51.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:38

      Facilities on the 14:51 Ilkley to Bradford Forster Square due 15:24.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.

  • Formation alerts (2)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:38

      Facilities on the 18:40 Ilkley to Leeds due 19:12.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:38

      Facilities on the 18:02 Leeds to Ilkley due 18:36.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.

  • Formation alerts (8)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:24

      Facilities on the 16:40 Knottingley to Leeds due 17:25.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 10:57

      Facilities on the 20:29 Leeds to Knottingley due 21:11.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 10:57

      Facilities on the 21:16 Knottingley to Leeds due 21:54.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:24

      Facilities on the 15:16 Knottingley to Leeds due 15:55.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:24

      Facilities on the 18:40 Knottingley to Leeds due 19:24.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:24

      Facilities on the 19:29 Leeds to Knottingley due 20:12.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:24

      Facilities on the 15:58 Leeds to Knottingley due 16:34.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:24

      Facilities on the 17:29 Leeds to Knottingley due 18:11.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

  • Formation alerts (5)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:38

      Facilities on the 17:34 Skipton to Bradford Forster Square due 18:11.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:38

      Facilities on the 16:34 Skipton to Bradford Forster Square due 17:11.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:38

      Facilities on the 22:34 Skipton to Bradford Forster Square due 23:11.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:38

      Facilities on the 16:41 Bradford Forster Square to Skipton due 17:20.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 06:38

      Facilities on the 15:41 Bradford Forster Square to Skipton due 16:22.
      Will be formed of 4 coaches instead of 3.

  • Train cancellations (1)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 13:30

      15:05 Doncaster to Hull due 16:12 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.
      Please travel on the next Northern train where available or visit www.northernrailway.co.uk/service-updates for any alternative options and for more information during times of disruption.

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

    Formation alerts (9)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:25

      Facilities on the 14:47 Leeds to Bradford Interchange due 15:58.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:25

      Facilities on the 16:26 Bradford Interchange to Leeds due 17:29.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:25

      Facilities on the 17:47 Leeds to Bradford Interchange due 18:58.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:25

      Facilities on the 19:26 Bradford Interchange to Leeds due 20:28.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:25

      Facilities on the 20:47 Leeds to Huddersfield due 21:22.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:25

      Facilities on the 21:42 Middlesbrough to Nunthorpe due 21:55.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

      .

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:25

      Facilities on the 22:00 Nunthorpe to Middlesbrough due 22:13.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 4.

      Further Info

      .

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:03

      Facilities on the 22:19 York to Blackburn due 00:16.
      Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 07:28

      Facilities on the 23:19 Halifax to Leeds due 23:57.
      Will be formed of 3 coaches instead of 4.

    Other train service updates (1)

    • Last Updated 21/11/2025 15:25

      15:20 Manchester Piccadilly to Hazel Grove due 15:44 is being delayed at Manchester Piccadilly and is now expected to be 10 minutes late.
      This is due to waiting for a part of the train to be attached.

      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.

  • 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 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 05:00 on 22/11/2025 until 06:35 on 24/11/2025 at Adlington Lancashire station.

  • Altrincham station has no platform staffing.

  • The ticket office is closed at Altrincham station.

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

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

  • The ticket vending machines are out of order at Ashington station.

    Customers who require a ticket are advised to purchase from the Northern App . if you wish to pay using cash, please purchase your ticket from the conductor on board the train.

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

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

  • The ticket office will be closed from now until further notice at Bramhall station.

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

  • Owing to icy platforms passengers should take extra care at Bridlington station.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 13:30 on 15/11/2025 until further notice at Brinnington station.

  • 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 on-going refurbishment work the ticket office at this station will be closed until further notice. A ticket vending machine is available.

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

  • The ticket office will be closed from now until further notice at Chassen Road 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 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.

  • At Edge Hill station, the following issues have been reported:
    There is no lighting on the platforms.
    Due to a fault, there is no lighting on platforms 2 and 3.
    Customers are advised to take care when alighting services here.

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

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

  • The ticket office will be closed from now until further notice at Flixton station.

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

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

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

  • The ticket office will be closed from now until further notice at Hale 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 now until the end of the day at Halewood station.

  • Owing to uneven surfaces passengers should take extra care at Hall I' Th' Wood station.

  • The ticket office will be closed :
    From 07:30 on 20/11/2025 until the end of the day
    From 07:30 on 22/11/2025 until the end of the day at Handforth 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 06:25 on 18/11/2025 until the end of the day
    From 06:25 on 19/11/2025 until the end of the day
    From 06:25 on 20/11/2025 until the end of the day
    From 06:25 on 21/11/2025 until the end of the day
    From 07:15 on 22/11/2025 until the end of the day at Holmes Chapel 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 Horsforth station, the following issues have been reported:
    The ticket office will be closed every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12:15 to 06:10 from 12:15 on 22/11/2025 until 09:15 on 04/01/2026.
    Ticket Vending Machines are working correctly.

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

  • The lifts will be out of order between Platform 1 and the main entrance from 19:41 on 19/11/2025 until further notice at Huyton 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.

  • At Huyton station, the following issues have been reported:
    The lifts will be out of order from now until further notice.
    The lift on platform 1 is currently out of order

    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.

  • Customers are advised that a fence panel on Platform 2 has blown onto the platform, exposing a drop to the road below.
    Please avoid the area and take care when on the platform.

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

    Reports of platform 2 loose coping stones near the entrance of the station

  • The ticket office will be closed from now until the end of the day at Kirkham & Wesham station.

  • The ticket office will be closed from 13:25 on 21/11/2025 until the end of the day at Knutsford station.

  • The lifts will be out of order between Platform 3 and the overbridge from 06:16 on 14/10/2025 until further notice at Lancaster station.

    The lift between the overbridge and platform 3 is currently out of service. Customers who require step free access at this station should speak to a member of staff, or contact the Northern Customer Experience Centre on 0800 200 6060 for further assistance. Step free access is available by an alternative walking route, please speak to station staff for further assistance.

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

  • The ticket office will be closed from now until further notice at Mossley Hill station.

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

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

  • At Northwich station, the following issues have been reported:
    The ticket office will be closed from 21:58 on 01/07/2025 until 23:59 on 31/12/2025.
    Due to ongoing refurbishment work, the station ticket office will be closed until the end of 2025. Ticket vending machines are available and staff are on site to assist between 07:00-12:30 Monday to Saturday.

  • The ticket vending machines are out of order at Orrell station.

  • Owing to uneven coping stone on platform 1 passengers should take extra care at Prescot station.

  • Rochdale station has no platform staffing.

    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 at Smithy Bridge station.

    Passengers should take extra care on Platform 1 at this station due to loose coping stones.

  • Owing to a broken fence on Platform 2 passengers should take extra care at Smithy Bridge station.

  • There is no lighting on the platforms at South Elmsall station.

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

  • Owing to uneven surfaces passengers should take extra care at St Annes-On-The-Sea station.

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

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

  • Owing to uneven surfaces passengers should take extra care at Todmorden station.

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

  • There is no lighting at the station. Emergency lighting is in operation at Wigan Wallgate station.

    Due to a power failure at the station emergency lighting is in place with staff in attendance. Customers are advised to take extra care at the station.

  • 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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