A fault with the signalling system between Preston and Ormskirk means all lines are blocked. As a result, trains will be cancelled or revised. This is expected until 09:00.
Additional Information:
Network Rail engineers are on site and are trying to rectify the issue
Customer Advice:
You can use your ticket at no extra cost on Merseyrail services between Ormskirk and Liverpool stations and on alternate Northern services between Liverpool Lime Street and Preston.
You can also use your ticket at no extra cost on rail replacement transport between Preston and Ormskirk, which will run as follows:
- 08:10 Preston to Ormskirk calling at Croston, Rufford, Burscough Junction and Ormskirk
- 08:46 Ormskirk to Preston calling at Burscough Junction, Rufford, Croston and Preston
Journey times may be extended by up to 1 hour whilst travelling by rail replacement transport.
Check before you travel:
You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.
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.