Engineering work is taking place between Crewe and Wigan Northwestern / Preston, closing all lines.
Trains between London / Birmingham and Preston / Carlisle / Scotland will be diverted to run on alternative routes.
Before 13:30 on Tuesday:
Buses will replace trains between Crewe and Preston.
After 13:30 on Tuesday and all day on Wednesday:
Buses will replace trains between Crewe and Wigan Northwestern.
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.