Rail Disruption Northern Status | Buses replace trains between Wakefield Westgate and Knottingley until 11:40 on Sunday 29 March

Updated at: 11-Jan-2026 21:46:58: PM

Operator:  Northern

Routes affected:

Between Leeds and Knottingley

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Description of Incident

Engineering work is taking place between Normanton and Wakefield Kirkgate, closing some lines.

Until 11:40, train services between Leeds and Knottingley via Wakefield will not run. Replacement buses will be provided between Wakefield Westgate and Knottingley.

Train services between Leeds and Wakefield Westgate are still available.

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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