Updated at: 16-Jun-2025 14:22:13: PM
Operator: Northern
Routes affected:
Between Blackpool North and Liverpool Lime Street / Manchester Oxford Road / MManchester Airport
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Description of Incident
Engineering work is taking place overnight between Preston and Euxton Balshaw Lane, closing some lines.
Saturday
The 23:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Buckshaw Parkway. A bus will be provided from Buckshaw Parkway to Blackpool North.
Sunday
The 07:37 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Buckshaw Parkway. You should use the next available service.
The 07:53 Blackpool North to Manchester Oxford Road service will start from Buckshaw Parkway. You should use the next available service.
The 07:57 Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Street service will run between Blackpool North and Preston, and between Wigan North Western and Liverpool Lime Street. You should use the next available service for stations between Preston and Wigan North Western.
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Replacement Bus Travel Advice:
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Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.
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This page created on: 16-Jun-2025 14:22:13: PM