A fault on a train between Crewe and Runcorn means all lines are blocked. As a result, trains may be cancelled or delayed by up to 30 minutes. This is expected until 18:30.

London Northwestern Railway Customer Advice:

You can use your ticket at no extra cost on Northern and Merseyrail between Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool South Parkway.

Rail replacement transport is in operation between Crewe and Liverpool South Parkway.

Check before you travel:

You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.

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.

Compensation:

You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.