Updated at: 12-Mar-2025 11:48:53: AM
Operator: Northern
Routes affected:
Northern between Blackpool South and Preston, and between Blackpool North and Manchester Airport
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Description of Incident
Engineering work is taking place between Preston and Blackpool North / Blackpool South, closing some lines overnight from Sunday evening until Friday morning.
Monday:
The 04:59 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston at 05:25. A replacement bus will start from Preston. A replacement bus will run from Blackpool North at 04:10 for Preston, connecting with the train.
Monday to Thursday:
The 23:46 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A replacement bus will run from Preston to Blackpool North.
Tuesday to Friday:
The 05:29 Blackpool South to Preston service will start from Blackpool North at 05:44, instead of Blackpool South. A replacement bus will run from Blackpool South to Kirkham & Wesham, starting at 04:55 and connecting with the amended train service.
Check before you travel:
You can plan your journey using the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner
Replacement Bus Travel Advice:
For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.
You can find the pick-up and set-down location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.
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: 03-Mar-2025 09:54:05: AM