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Minor Disruption
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Manchester - Warrington Central - Liverpool
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Manchester Airport - St Helens Jn - Liverpool
Reason: A member of train crew being unavailable
Impact: Train services running to and from these stations may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
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Blackpool / Preston - Wigan - Liverpool
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Carlisle - Hexham - Newcastle
Reason: Urgent repairs to a bridge
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 31/12.
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Preston/Lancaster - Barrow
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Scarborough - Bridlington - Hull
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Newcastle - Middlesbrough/Nunthorpe
Reason: Urgent repairs to a bridge
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 31/12.
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Saltburn - Darlington - Bishop Auckland
Reason: Urgent repairs to a bridge
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 31/12.
Good Service
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Leeds - Hebden Bridge - Manchester Victoria
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Manchester Airport- Blackpool Nth
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York - Leeds - Blackpool North
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Hull - Leeds
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York - Knaresborough - Harrogate - Leeds
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York - Leeds
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Huddersfield - Denby Dale - Sheffield
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Sheffield - Lincoln/Cleethorpes via Retford and Gainsborough
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Other Updates
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All other routes have a good service. For live updates see our journey check page.
Manchester - Warrington Central - Liverpool
Affected stations:
Train cancellations (4)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 16:05
16:46 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street due 17:55 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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: 30/08/2026 16:09
19:46 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:53 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 16:30
22:25 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Oxford Road due 23:35 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: 30/08/2026 16:09
18:25 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Oxford Road due 19:36 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 29/08/2026 01:32
Planned engineering work will take place between Hunts Cross and Edge Hill on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from 00:01, Monday 31 August 2026 to 05:00, Friday 04 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Monday - Thursday
The 2328 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street service will terminate at Warrington Central. A bus will be provided from Warrington Central to Liverpool Lime Street.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times 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).
Manchester Airport - St Helens Jn - Liverpool
Affected stations:
Description:
A member of train crew being unavailable
Impact:
Train services running to and from these stations may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
Line updates (1)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 02:11
Due to a member of train crew being unavailable between Manchester Airport and Liverpool Lime Street fewer trains are able to run.
Impact
Train services running to and from these stations may be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
Customer advice
What's happened?
Services between Manchester Airport and Liverpool Lime Street are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
How does this affect my journey?
Fewer train services than normal are able to run between Manchester Airport and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions.
Services between Manchester Airport and Liverpool Lime Street will be affected by this disruption.
Northern services between Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool Lime Street via Warrington Central are not affected.
What should I do?
You can travel on the next Northern service to your destination, where available.
You can also use your tickets at no extra on the following Bee Network buses:
Between Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Airport - 368, 192, 42, 371, 50.
Between Manchester Piccadilly and Eccles/Patricroft - 22, 33, 65.
Please note that other train operators may also be affected by disruption please check your whole journey before travelling.
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 transport:
Road transport will be operated by Bestway/Ocean Travel as follows:
From Liverpool Lime Steet to Manchester Airport, calling at all stations to Earlestown, then setting passengers down as required for stations towards Manchester Airport, at 14:35, 16:35 and 18:35.
From Newton-le-Willows to Manchester Airport, calling at all stations, at 15:15, 17:15, and 19:15.
From Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street, calling at all stations to Earlestown, then setting passengers down as required for stations towards Liverpool Lime Street, at 16:10, 18:10 and 20:10.
From St Helens Junction to Liverpool Lime Street, calling at all stations, at 17:10, 19:10, and 21:10.
Please check station information posters for the location of the bus pick-up points and be advised that bicycles, e-bikes and dogs (except for service dogs) are not permitted on replacement road transport.
Journey times may be extended by up to 60 minutes whilst travelling by road transport.Additional Info
For real time journey updates or to re-plan your journey please visit www.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.
Train cancellations (4)
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Last Updated: 29/08/2026 21:53
30/08/26 17:59 Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street due 19:23 will be cancelled.
This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 29/08/2026 21:53
30/08/26 16:30 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport due 17:53 will be cancelled.
This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 29/08/2026 21:53
30/08/26 18:30 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport due 19:53 will be cancelled.
This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 29/08/2026 21:53
30/08/26 19:59 Manchester Airport to Liverpool Lime Street due 21:23 will be cancelled.
This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
Other train service updates (1)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 16:33
22:30 Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Airport due 23:53 will be started from Manchester Oxford Road.
It will no longer call at Liverpool Lime Street, Wavertree Technology Park, Broad Green, Roby, Huyton, Whiston, Rainhill, Lea Green, St Helens Junction, Earlestown, Newton-Le-Willows, Patricroft, Eccles and Deansgate.
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.
Blackpool / Preston - Wigan - Liverpool
Affected stations:
Train cancellations (3)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 16:16
20:15 Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North due 21:45 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 15:58
22:02 Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street due 23:32 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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: 30/08/2026 16:12
18:37 Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street due 20:07 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 16:29
22:15 Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool North due 23:45 will be started from Wigan North Western.
It will no longer call at Liverpool Lime Street, Wavertree Technology Park, Broad Green, Roby, Huyton, Prescot, Eccleston Park, Thatto Heath, St Helens Central, Garswood and Bryn.
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: 30/08/2026 17:40
16:37 Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street due 18:07 has been delayed at Wigan North Western and is now 10 minutes late.
This is due to a speed restriction.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Engineering works (2)
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Last Updated: 29/08/2026 01:28
Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool North from 23:45, Sunday 30 August 2026 to 05:10, Monday 31 August 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Sunday
The 2123 York to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
The 2246 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
Monday
The 0459 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston. A bus will be provided from Blackpool North to Preston, departing Blackpool North at 0410 to connect with the train at Preston.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 50 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: 29/08/2026 01:31
Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool North on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from 01:05, Monday 31 August 2026 to 04:50, Friday 04 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Monday - Friday
The 0529 Blackpool South to Preston service will start from Blackpool North. A bus will be provided from Blackpool South to Preston, departing Blackpool South at 0455.
Monday - Thursday
The 2346 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 50 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).
Carlisle - Hexham - Newcastle
Affected stations:
Description:
Urgent repairs to a bridge
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 31/12.
Line updates (1)
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Last Updated: 22/05/2026 14:55
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 31/12.
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
Train cancellations (3)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:41
17:04 Newcastle to Carlisle due 18:41 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:42
17:55 Carlisle to Newcastle due 19:31 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:42
20:04 Newcastle to Carlisle due 21:41 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
Preston/Lancaster - Barrow
Affected stations:
Other train service updates (4)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 16:01
15:30 Manchester Airport to Barrow-In-Furness due 18:07 will no longer call at Bolton and Chorley.
It has been delayed at Manchester Airport and is now 27 minutes late.
This is due to overcrowding.
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: 30/08/2026 16:07
An additional train service has been planned to operate as shown 17:46 Preston to Millom due 19:36.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 16:07
16:30 Manchester Airport to Millom due 19:36 will be terminated at Manchester Oxford Road.
It will no longer call at Bolton, Chorley, Preston, Lancaster, Carnforth, Silverdale, Arnside, Grange-Over-Sands, Kents Bank, Cark & Cartmel, Ulverston, Dalton, Roose, Barrow-In-Furness, Askam, Kirkby-In-Furness, Foxfield, Green Road and Millom.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 17:08
16:24 Corkickle to Lancaster due 18:51 has been reinstated.
It will be started from Barrow-In-Furness.
It will no longer call at Corkickle, St Bees, Nethertown, Braystones, Sellafield, Seascale, Drigg, Ravenglass For Eskdale, Bootle, Silecroft, Millom, Green Road, Foxfield, Kirkby-In-Furness and Askam.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
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 Travellers Choice will depart Barrow at 15:00 calling at stations to Whitehaven.
A coach operated by Travellers Choice will depart Corkickle at 16:30 calling at stations to Barrow.
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
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay.
Scarborough - Bridlington - Hull
Affected stations:
Other train service updates (2)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:48
15:56 Sheffield to Scarborough due 18:45 will be terminated at Hull.
It will no longer call at Cottingham, Beverley, Hutton Cranswick, Driffield, Nafferton, Bridlington, Bempton, Hunmanby, Filey, Seamer and Scarborough.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:48
19:00 Scarborough to Sheffield due 21:48 will be started from Hull.
It will no longer call at Scarborough, Seamer, Filey, Hunmanby, Bempton, Bridlington, Nafferton, Driffield, Hutton Cranswick, Beverley and Cottingham.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 24/08/2026 03:11
Planned engineering work will take place between Selby and Micklefield/Church Fenton from 00:01, Saturday 29 August 2026 to 05:10, Tuesday 01 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Saturday, Sunday & Monday
York Hull and beyond (in both directions): Trains will be diverted via an alternative route between Selby and York and will not call at Sherburn-in-Elmet, Church Fenton and Ulleskelf.
Sheffield York (in both directions): Trains will not run.
Buses will be provided between Selby and York (in both directions), and between Moorthorpe and York (in both directions). Train services are available between Moorthorpe and Sheffield (in both directions).
Halifax/Leeds - Hull: Trains will run between Halifax and Leeds, and between Selby and Hull.
Hull - Leeds/Halifax: Trains will run between Hull and Selby, and between Leeds and Halifax.
Buses will be provided between Leeds and Selby (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).
Newcastle - Middlesbrough/Nunthorpe
Description:
Urgent repairs to a bridge
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 31/12.
Line updates (1)
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Last Updated: 22/05/2026 14:55
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 31/12.
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
Saltburn - Darlington - Bishop Auckland
Description:
Urgent repairs to a bridge
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 31/12.
Line updates (1)
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Last Updated: 22/05/2026 14:55
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 31/12.
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
Leeds - Hebden Bridge - Manchester Victoria
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (3)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:11
Facilities on the 19:20 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 20:37.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:11
Facilities on the 21:19 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 22:36.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:11
Facilities on the 17:42 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 19:00.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Other train service updates (6)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:12
22:54 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 00:15 will call additionally at Moston, Mills Hill and Castleton.
This is due to the train making extra stops because a train was cancelled.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:13
22:19 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 23:35 will call additionally at Castleton, Mills Hill and Moston.
This is due to the train making extra stops because a train was cancelled.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:13
20:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 21:32 will call additionally at Castleton, Mills Hill and Moston.
This is due to the train making extra stops because a train was cancelled.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:13
18:12 Leeds to Manchester Victoria due 19:31 will call additionally at Castleton, Mills Hill and Moston.
This is due to the train making extra stops because a train was cancelled.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:12
20:20 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 21:38 will call additionally at Moston, Mills Hill and Castleton.
This is due to the train making extra stops because a train was cancelled.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:12
18:20 Manchester Victoria to Leeds due 19:37 will call additionally at Moston, Mills Hill and Castleton.
This is due to the train making extra stops because a train was cancelled.
Further Info
We apologise for the delay to your train service today.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Engineering works (2)
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Last Updated: 29/08/2026 01:28
Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool North from 23:45, Sunday 30 August 2026 to 05:10, Monday 31 August 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Sunday
The 2123 York to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
The 2246 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
Monday
The 0459 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston. A bus will be provided from Blackpool North to Preston, departing Blackpool North at 0410 to connect with the train at Preston.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 50 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: 29/08/2026 01:31
Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool North on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from 01:05, Monday 31 August 2026 to 04:50, Friday 04 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Monday - Friday
The 0529 Blackpool South to Preston service will start from Blackpool North. A bus will be provided from Blackpool South to Preston, departing Blackpool South at 0455.
Monday - Thursday
The 2346 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 50 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).
Manchester Airport- Blackpool Nth
Affected stations:
Train cancellations (2)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 16:43
19:45 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North due 21:21 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: 30/08/2026 16:43
17:54 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport due 19:35 will be cancelled.
This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident near the railway yesterday.
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 (2)
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Last Updated: 29/08/2026 01:28
Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool North from 23:45, Sunday 30 August 2026 to 05:10, Monday 31 August 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Sunday
The 2123 York to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
The 2246 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
Monday
The 0459 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston. A bus will be provided from Blackpool North to Preston, departing Blackpool North at 0410 to connect with the train at Preston.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 50 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: 29/08/2026 01:31
Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool North on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from 01:05, Monday 31 August 2026 to 04:50, Friday 04 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Monday - Friday
The 0529 Blackpool South to Preston service will start from Blackpool North. A bus will be provided from Blackpool South to Preston, departing Blackpool South at 0455.
Monday - Thursday
The 2346 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 50 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).
York - Leeds - Blackpool North
Engineering works (2)
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Last Updated: 29/08/2026 01:28
Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool North from 23:45, Sunday 30 August 2026 to 05:10, Monday 31 August 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Sunday
The 2123 York to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
The 2246 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
Monday
The 0459 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston. A bus will be provided from Blackpool North to Preston, departing Blackpool North at 0410 to connect with the train at Preston.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 50 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: 29/08/2026 01:31
Planned engineering work will take place between Preston and Blackpool North on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from 01:05, Monday 31 August 2026 to 04:50, Friday 04 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Monday - Friday
The 0529 Blackpool South to Preston service will start from Blackpool North. A bus will be provided from Blackpool South to Preston, departing Blackpool South at 0455.
Monday - Thursday
The 2346 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A bus will be provided from Preston to Blackpool North.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times are extended by approximately 50 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).
Hull - Leeds
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 24/08/2026 03:11
Planned engineering work will take place between Selby and Micklefield/Church Fenton from 00:01, Saturday 29 August 2026 to 05:10, Tuesday 01 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Saturday, Sunday & Monday
York Hull and beyond (in both directions): Trains will be diverted via an alternative route between Selby and York and will not call at Sherburn-in-Elmet, Church Fenton and Ulleskelf.
Sheffield York (in both directions): Trains will not run.
Buses will be provided between Selby and York (in both directions), and between Moorthorpe and York (in both directions). Train services are available between Moorthorpe and Sheffield (in both directions).
Halifax/Leeds - Hull: Trains will run between Halifax and Leeds, and between Selby and Hull.
Hull - Leeds/Halifax: Trains will run between Hull and Selby, and between Leeds and Halifax.
Buses will be provided between Leeds and Selby (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).
York - Knaresborough - Harrogate - Leeds
Affected stations:
Train cancellations (2)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:52
19:06 Leeds to York due 20:23 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:52
20:45 York to Leeds due 21:58 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
Formation alerts (4)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:07
Facilities on the 20:06 Leeds to York due 21:20.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:07
Facilities on the 21:45 York to Leeds due 22:57.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:07
Facilities on the 18:45 York to Leeds due 19:57.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:07
Facilities on the 17:07 Leeds to York due 18:24.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
York - Leeds
Affected stations:
Train cancellations (1)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:48
20:17 Leeds to York due 20:51 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 24/08/2026 03:11
Planned engineering work will take place between Selby and Micklefield/Church Fenton from 00:01, Saturday 29 August 2026 to 05:10, Tuesday 01 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Saturday, Sunday & Monday
York Hull and beyond (in both directions): Trains will be diverted via an alternative route between Selby and York and will not call at Sherburn-in-Elmet, Church Fenton and Ulleskelf.
Sheffield York (in both directions): Trains will not run.
Buses will be provided between Selby and York (in both directions), and between Moorthorpe and York (in both directions). Train services are available between Moorthorpe and Sheffield (in both directions).
Halifax/Leeds - Hull: Trains will run between Halifax and Leeds, and between Selby and Hull.
Hull - Leeds/Halifax: Trains will run between Hull and Selby, and between Leeds and Halifax.
Buses will be provided between Leeds and Selby (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).
Huddersfield - Denby Dale - Sheffield
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (2)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:09
Facilities on the 15:14 Huddersfield to Lincoln due 17:57.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:09
Facilities on the 19:39 Sheffield to Huddersfield due 20:55.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Sheffield - Lincoln/Cleethorpes via Retford and Gainsborough
Affected stations:
Formation alerts (2)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:09
Facilities on the 15:14 Huddersfield to Lincoln due 17:57.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:09
Facilities on the 18:12 Lincoln to Sheffield due 19:33.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Other Updates
Affected stations:
Line updates (2)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 05:30
Due to a member of train crew being unavailable between Manchester Victoria and Blackburn fewer trains are able to run on some lines.
Impact
Train services running through these stations will be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day on 30/08/26.
Customer advice
What's happened?
Services between Manchester Victoria and Blackburn via Todmorden are being disrupted due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
How does this affect my journey?
Train services are unable to run between Manchester Victoria and Blackburn via Todmorden (in both directions).
Services on the following routes will be cancelled:
Between Manchester Victoria and Blackburn via Todmorden.
Northern services on the following routes are not affected by this disruption:
Between Blackpool North and York.
Between Manchester Victoria and Blackburn via Todmorden.
Between Manchester Victoria and Leeds.
Between Preston and Colne.
What should I do?
You can travel on the next Northern service to your destination, where available.
You can also use your tickets at no extra on the following Bee Network buses numbers between Manchester - Rochdale - Littleborough: 17, 59, 174, 396, 434, 455, 456 and 458.
Road replacement transport has been recruited to operate between Manchester Victoria and Blackburn via Todmorden in both directions.
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 transport:
Road transport will be operated by Phantom Travel as follows:
From Manchester Victoria to Blackburn, calling Moston, Mills Hill, Castleton, Rochdale, Smithy Bridge, Littleborough, Walsden, Todmorden, Burnley Manchester Road, Rose Grove, Accrington, Church & Oswaldtwistle and Blackburn at 08:45, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00, 20:00 and 22:00
From Blackburn to Manchester Victoria, calling at Church & Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, Rose Grove, Burnley Manchester Road, Todmorden, Walsden, Littleborough, Smithy Bridge, Rochdale, Castleton, Mills Hill, Moston and Manchester Victoria at 10:15, 12:15, 14:15, 16:15, 18:15, 20:15 and 22:15.
Journey times may be extended by up to 60 minutes whilst travelling by road transport.Additional Info
For real time journey updates or to re-plan your journey please visit www.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. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 14:51
Due to the emergency services dealing with an incident between Wigan Wallgate and Southport all lines are blocked.
Impact
Train services running to and from these stations will be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
Customer advice
What's happened?
Services between Wigan Wallgate and Southport are being disrupted due to emergency services dealing with an incident.
Emergency services are on site.
How does this affect my journey?
Train services are unable to run between Wigan Wallgate and Southport are in both directions).
Services on the following routes will be affected by this disruption:
Stalybridge to Southport services will be terminated/started back at Wigan Wallgate
Manchester Oxford Road to Southport will be cancelled in both directions.
Northern services between Liverpool Lime Street and Wigan North Western are not affected.
What should I do?
You should continue your journey using the alternative suggestions below.
You can travel on the following operators and routes at no extra cost:
Bee Network buses between Wigan and Appley Bridge on the 635 bus
Merseyrail services between Southport and Liverpool Central.
Merseyrail services between Ormskirk and Liverpool Central.
Merseyrail services between Headbolt Lane and Liverpool Central.
Please note that other train operators may also be affected by disruption please check your whole journey before travelling.
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 transport:
Road transport will be operated by Solomon Travel/Bestway as follows:
From Southport to Wigan Wallgate, calling at Meols Cop, Burscough Bridge, Parbold, Appley Bridge, and Gathurst, at 09:48, 11:48, 13:48, 15:48, 17:48, 19:48, and 23:04.
From Southport to Manchester Victoria, calling at Meols Cop, Burscough Bridge, Parbold, Appley Bridge, and Gathurst, then setting passengers down as required for stations towards Manchester Victoria, at 21:48.
From Wigan Wallgate to Southport, calling at Gathurst, Appley Bridge, Parbold, Burscough Bridge, and Meols Cop, at 10:20, 12:20, 14:20, 16:20, 18:20, 20:20, and 22:20.
Please check station information posters for the location of the bus pick-up points and be advised that bicycles, e-bikes and dogs (except for service dogs) are not permitted on replacement road transport.
Journey times may be extended by up to 60 minutes whilst travelling by road transport.Additional Info
For real time journey updates or to re-plan your journey please visit www.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.Further Info
An update will follow within the next 6 hours.
Train cancellations (17)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:44
17:48 Newcastle to Middlesbrough due 19:09 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 or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
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Last Updated: 29/08/2026 10:22
30/08/26 18:00 Manchester Victoria to Blackburn due 19:19 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
Road transport will be operated by Phantom Travel as follows:
From Manchester Victoria to Blackburn, calling Moston, Mills Hill, Castleton, Rochdale, Smithy Bridge, Littleborough, Walsden, Todmorden, Burnley Manchester Road, Rose Grove, Accrington, Church & Oswaldtwistle and Blackburn at 08:45, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00, 20:00 and 22:00
From Blackburn to Manchester Victoria, calling at Church & Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, Rose Grove, Burnley Manchester Road, Todmorden, Walsden, Littleborough, Smithy Bridge, Rochdale, Castleton, Mills Hill, Moston and Manchester Victoria at 10:15, 12:15, 14:15, 16:15, 18:15, 20:15 and 22:15.Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 29/08/2026 10:22
30/08/26 18:07 Blackburn to Manchester Victoria due 19:24 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
Road transport will be operated by Phantom Travel as follows:
From Manchester Victoria to Blackburn, calling Moston, Mills Hill, Castleton, Rochdale, Smithy Bridge, Littleborough, Walsden, Todmorden, Burnley Manchester Road, Rose Grove, Accrington, Church & Oswaldtwistle and Blackburn at 08:45, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00, 20:00 and 22:00
From Blackburn to Manchester Victoria, calling at Church & Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, Rose Grove, Burnley Manchester Road, Todmorden, Walsden, Littleborough, Smithy Bridge, Rochdale, Castleton, Mills Hill, Moston and Manchester Victoria at 10:15, 12:15, 14:15, 16:15, 18:15, 20:15 and 22:15.Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:47
18:14 Bridlington to Hull due 19:01 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:44
19:15 Middlesbrough to Newcastle due 20:33 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated: 29/08/2026 10:22
30/08/26 20:00 Manchester Victoria to Blackburn due 21:19 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
Road transport will be operated by Phantom Travel as follows:
From Manchester Victoria to Blackburn, calling Moston, Mills Hill, Castleton, Rochdale, Smithy Bridge, Littleborough, Walsden, Todmorden, Burnley Manchester Road, Rose Grove, Accrington, Church & Oswaldtwistle and Blackburn at 08:45, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00, 20:00 and 22:00
From Blackburn to Manchester Victoria, calling at Church & Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, Rose Grove, Burnley Manchester Road, Todmorden, Walsden, Littleborough, Smithy Bridge, Rochdale, Castleton, Mills Hill, Moston and Manchester Victoria at 10:15, 12:15, 14:15, 16:15, 18:15, 20:15 and 22:15.Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 29/08/2026 10:22
30/08/26 20:07 Blackburn to Manchester Victoria due 21:24 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
Road transport will be operated by Phantom Travel as follows:
From Manchester Victoria to Blackburn, calling Moston, Mills Hill, Castleton, Rochdale, Smithy Bridge, Littleborough, Walsden, Todmorden, Burnley Manchester Road, Rose Grove, Accrington, Church & Oswaldtwistle and Blackburn at 08:45, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00, 20:00 and 22:00
From Blackburn to Manchester Victoria, calling at Church & Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, Rose Grove, Burnley Manchester Road, Todmorden, Walsden, Littleborough, Smithy Bridge, Rochdale, Castleton, Mills Hill, Moston and Manchester Victoria at 10:15, 12:15, 14:15, 16:15, 18:15, 20:15 and 22:15.Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:44
20:54 Newcastle to Metrocentre due 21:04 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:44
21:17 Metrocentre to Newcastle due 21:27 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 17:06
21:25 Manchester Victoria to Southport due 22:44 will be cancelled.
This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:47
21:27 Bridlington to Hull due 22:12 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 17:06
21:38 Southport to Manchester Victoria due 22:58 will be cancelled.
This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 29/08/2026 10:22
30/08/26 22:00 Manchester Victoria to Blackburn due 23:19 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
Road transport will be operated by Phantom Travel as follows:
From Manchester Victoria to Blackburn, calling Moston, Mills Hill, Castleton, Rochdale, Smithy Bridge, Littleborough, Walsden, Todmorden, Burnley Manchester Road, Rose Grove, Accrington, Church & Oswaldtwistle and Blackburn at 08:45, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00, 20:00 and 22:00
From Blackburn to Manchester Victoria, calling at Church & Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, Rose Grove, Burnley Manchester Road, Todmorden, Walsden, Littleborough, Smithy Bridge, Rochdale, Castleton, Mills Hill, Moston and Manchester Victoria at 10:15, 12:15, 14:15, 16:15, 18:15, 20:15 and 22:15.Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 29/08/2026 10:22
30/08/26 22:10 Blackburn to Manchester Victoria due 23:27 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Additional Info
Road transport will be operated by Phantom Travel as follows:
From Manchester Victoria to Blackburn, calling Moston, Mills Hill, Castleton, Rochdale, Smithy Bridge, Littleborough, Walsden, Todmorden, Burnley Manchester Road, Rose Grove, Accrington, Church & Oswaldtwistle and Blackburn at 08:45, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00, 20:00 and 22:00
From Blackburn to Manchester Victoria, calling at Church & Oswaldtwistle, Accrington, Rose Grove, Burnley Manchester Road, Todmorden, Walsden, Littleborough, Smithy Bridge, Rochdale, Castleton, Mills Hill, Moston and Manchester Victoria at 10:15, 12:15, 14:15, 16:15, 18:15, 20:15 and 22:15.Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 17:06
22:54 Southport to Wigan Wallgate due 23:26 will be cancelled.
This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 16:34
23:11 Blackpool North to Wigan North Western due 23:52 will be cancelled.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express 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: 30/08/2026 16:19
31/08/26 07:11 Castleford to Leeds due 07:38 will be cancelled.
This is due to more trains than usual needing repairs at the same time.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
Formation alerts (6)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:16
Facilities on the 17:40 Halifax to Leeds due 18:30.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:16
Facilities on the 18:47 Leeds to Halifax due 19:34.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:16
Facilities on the 19:40 Halifax to Leeds due 20:30.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:16
Facilities on the 20:47 Leeds to Halifax due 21:35.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:16
Facilities on the 21:46 Halifax to Leeds due 22:31.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 07:07
Facilities on the 23:15 Leeds to Harrogate due 23:54.
Will be formed of 2 coaches instead of 3.
Further Info
We apologise that there are fewer carriages than normal on your train service today.
For assistance, please speak to the conductor on board or a member of station staff where available.
You can also message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
Other train service updates (9)
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Last Updated: 30/08/2026 17:54
15:18 Blackpool North to York due 17:57 is being delayed at Leeds.
This is due to a fault on this train.
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. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 13:45
16:18 Blackpool North to York due 18:57 will be started from Leeds.
It will no longer call at Blackpool North, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Preston, Blackburn, Accrington, Burnley Manchester Road, Hebden Bridge, Mytholmroyd, Sowerby Bridge, Halifax, Bradford Interchange and New Pudsey.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 17:06
17:25 Manchester Victoria to Southport due 18:44 will be terminated at Wigan Wallgate.
It will no longer call at Gathurst, Appley Bridge, Parbold, Burscough Bridge, Meols Cop and Southport.
This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 17:06
17:38 Southport to Manchester Victoria due 18:57 will be reinstated.
It will be started from Wigan Wallgate.
It will no longer call at Southport, Meols Cop, Burscough Bridge, Parbold, Appley Bridge and Gathurst.
This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:47
18:56 Sheffield to Bridlington due 21:04 will be terminated at Hull.
It will no longer call at Cottingham, Beverley, Hutton Cranswick, Driffield, Nafferton and Bridlington.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 17:06
19:25 Manchester Victoria to Southport due 20:44 will be reinstated.
It will be terminated at Wigan Wallgate.
It will no longer call at Gathurst, Appley Bridge, Parbold, Burscough Bridge, Meols Cop and Southport.
This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 17:06
19:38 Southport to Manchester Victoria due 20:57 will be started from Wigan Wallgate.
It will no longer call at Southport, Meols Cop, Burscough Bridge, Parbold, Appley Bridge and Gathurst.
This is due to the emergency services dealing with an incident.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay. -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 10:53
20:18 Blackpool North to York due 22:58 will be terminated at Leeds.
It will no longer call at Garforth, Church Fenton and York.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay -
Last Updated: 30/08/2026 09:45
21:23 York to Preston due 23:41 will be started from Leeds.
It will no longer call at York, Church Fenton and Garforth.
This is due to a member of train crew being unavailable.
Further Info
We apologise for the cancellation of this service today.
If the train you have a ticket for is cancelled, you can travel on any Northern, TransPennine Express or LNER service within 2 hours before or after your cancelled service was due to depart.
If you require any connecting services, please check information screens, visit https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/journey-planner/ or speak to a member of staff where available.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
Engineering works (1)
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Last Updated: 29/08/2026 01:35
Planned engineering work will take place between New Mills Central and Stockport on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, from 00:01, Monday 31 August 2026 to 05:30, Friday 04 September 2026.
All lines will be blocked.
All services will be revised.
Monday - Thursday
The 2259 Buxton to Manchester Piccadilly service will be replaced by a bus throughout.
The 2310 Manchester Piccadilly to Buxton service will not run. A bus will be provided from Stockport to Buxton. Train services are available from Manchester Piccadilly to Stockport.
The 2323 Manchester Piccadilly to Hazel Grove service will terminate at Stockport. A bus will be provided from Stockport to Hazel Grove.
Customer Advice:
Normal journey times 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).
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Disruption expected over the Bank Holiday weekend 📌
Reason: Some services in the North West will be cancelled on Saturday 29 August and Sunday 30 August because of train crew availability.
Impact: On Saturday 29 August, there will be fewer trains running between Manchester Piccadilly and Alderley Edge throughout the day.On Sunday 30 August, trains between Manchester Victoria and…
Dates: 29 Aug 2026 to 31 Aug 2026
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Bransty Tunnel track renewal: buses replace trains between Corkickle and Whitehaven until further notice
Reason: During pre-planned engineering work in Bransty Tunnel, between Corkickle and Whitehaven, inspections revealed unstable ground conditions which require urgent repair. As a result, the…
Impact: Between Lancaster / Barrow-in-Furness and Carlisle
Dates: 09 Dec 2025 to 13 Dec 2026
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Bridge upgrade and track renewal work: Buses replace trains between Selby and York / Leeds / Micklefield and also between York and Moorthorpe from Saturday 29 to Monday 31 August
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Selby and Micklefield / Church Fenton, closing all lines. Background information on the work can be found below.Northern:Trains between:York…
Impact: Northern between Sheffield and York and also between York / Leeds / Halifax and HullTransPennine Express between Newcastle and Liverpool Lime Street
Dates: 29 Aug 2026 to 31 Aug 2026
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Buses replace late night trains between Preston and Blackpool North on Sunday 30 August
Reason: Engineering work is taking place overnight between Preston and Blackpool North, closing all lines.The 21:23 York to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston.The 22:46…
Impact: Between York / Manchester Airport and Blackpool North
Dates: 30 Aug 2026 to 30 Aug 2026
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Amended 05:29 Blackpool South to Preston service from Monday 31 August to Friday 4 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place overnight between Blackpool North and Preston, closing some lines.The 05:29 Blackpool South to Preston service will start from Blackpool North. A bus…
Impact: Between Blackpool South and Preston
Dates: 31 Aug 2026 to 04 Sep 2026
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Amended 23:28 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street from Monday 31 August to Thursday 3 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place overnight between Hunts Cross and Edge Hill, closing some lines.The 23:28 Manchester Oxford Road to Liverpool Lime Street service will terminate at…
Impact: Between Manchester Oxford Road and Liverpool Lime Street
Dates: 31 Aug 2026 to 03 Sep 2026
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Amended early morning / late night Northern service to / from Blackpool North from Monday 31 August to Thursday 3 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Blackpool North and Preston, closing some lines.Monday:The 04:59 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston. A bus…
Impact: Between Blackpool North and Manchester Airport
Dates: 31 Aug 2026 to 03 Sep 2026
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Amended late night / early morning Northern service to / from Manchester Piccadilly from Monday 31 August to Friday 4 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place overnight in the Manchester Piccadilly area, closing some lines.Monday to Thursday:The 22:06 Manchester Piccadilly to Crewe service will terminate at…
Impact: Various Northern routes to / from / via Manchester Piccadilly
Dates: 31 Aug 2026 to 04 Sep 2026
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Buses replace trains between Dewsbury and Halifax on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place between Dewsbury and Deighton, closing some lines.Northern:Saturday:Trains between:Leeds and Manchester Victoria (and beyond) via Dewsbury: Trains…
Impact: Northern between Leeds and Bradford Interchange / Halifax / Manchester Victoria / ChesterTransPennine Express all routes via Huddersfield
Dates: 05 Sep 2026 to 06 Sep 2026
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Amended late night Northern service to / from Manchester Piccadilly from Monday 7 to Thursday 10 September
Reason: Engineering work is taking place overnight between Hadfield and Manchester Piccadilly, closing some lines.The 23:16 Manchester Piccadilly to Macclesfield service will not run. The 21…
Impact: Between Manchester Piccadilly and Glossop / New Mills Central / Manchester Airport / Macclesfield
Dates: 07 Sep 2026 to 10 Sep 2026
There are no planned service changes affecting your route. For more information, visit our National Rail Enquiries page.
There are currently 3 events that may impact your route.
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Creamfields Festival (Cheshire)
Reason: Travel by train to get to Creamfields Festival.Trains run regularly on routes between Liverpool, Manchester, Chester and Warrington.Shuttle buses run regularly throughout the day from…
Impact: Expect busy trains on routes between Liverpool, Manchester, Warrington and Chester - take an earlier or later train where possible.There will be queuing systems in place at stations…
Dates: 27 Aug 2026 to 30 Aug 2026
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Leeds Festival
Reason: Travel by train to the Leeds Festival – our trains run regularly to Leeds from across Yorkshire.A shuttle bus operates between Leeds station and the festival site. The pick-up point is…
Impact: Trains will be busier than usual.Take an earlier or later train if you can.Allow extra time for boarding and connections.Some routes may be affected by engineering improvement works in…
Dates: 27 Aug 2026 to 30 Aug 2026
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Freedom Festival, Hull
Reason: Travel by train to the Freedom Festival in Hull.Trains run regularly between Hull, Scarborough, Bridlington, York, Doncaster and beyond.The festival is held across venues in Hull City…
Impact: Trains will be busier than usual.Take an earlier or later train if you can.Allow extra time for boarding and connections.Some routes may be affected by engineering improvement work.
Dates: 28 Aug 2026 to 31 Aug 2026
There are currently no upcoming events that may impact your route.
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Adlington Lancashire
Reason: Ticket Office Closure
Dates: From 28 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Altrincham
Reason: No step free access
Dates: From 26 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Ansdell & Fairhaven
Reason: Hazard to Passengers
Dates: From 30 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Barnsley
Reason: Toilets out of order
Dates: From 29 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Blackpool North
Reason: Ticket Barriers not in use
Dates: From 30 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Bradford Forster Square
Reason: Lifts out of order
Dates: From 29 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Bridlington
Reason: Ticket Office Closure
Dates: From 30 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Bridlington Facilities
Reason: Various changes
Dates: From 28 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Broad Green Facilities
Reason: Various changes
Dates: From 30 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Bromley Cross
Reason: Ticket Office Closure
Dates: From 30 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Bryn
Reason: Throughout 2026, improvement works as part of the Access for All Scheme will be taking plac...
Dates: From 30 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Burnley Manchester Road
Reason: Hazard to Passengers
Dates: From 30 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Buxton
Reason: Toilets out of order
Dates: From 27 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Carlisle
Reason: Ticket Office Closure
Dates: From 21 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
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Chapeltown
Reason: Hazard to Passengers
Dates: From 26 Aug 2026 - Until further notice
There are currently no station updates affecting your route. For more information, visit our journey check page.
The Smarter Information programme
Customers across the 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.
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 practices 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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