Updated at: 19-Aug-2025 08:38:20: AM
Operator: Northern
Routes affected:
between Manchester Airport and Blackpool North and also between Preston and Blackpool South
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Description of Incident
Engineering work is taking place between Preston and Blackpool North, closing some lines.
Monday:
The 04:59 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will start from Preston. A rail replacement bus service will run from Blackpool North to Preston, departing at 04:10 to connect to the train at Preston.
Monday to Thursday:
The 23:46 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will terminate at Preston. A rail replacement bus service will run between Preston and Blackpool North, departing at 01:11.
Monday to Friday:
The 05:29 Blackpool South to Preston service will start from Blackpool North. A rail replacement bus service will run between Blackpool South and Kirkham & Wesham, departing Blackpool South at 04:55.
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: 19-Aug-2025 08:38:20: AM