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Amended late night / early morning service between Preston and Colne from Monday 2 to Friday 6 November 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 02 November 2026 to Friday 06 November 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Preston and Colne, and also between Clitheroe and Blackburn

Description

Engineering work is taking place overnight between Blackburn and Colne, closing some lines.

Monday to Thursday:

The 22:51 Preston to Colne service will run between Preston and Blackburn. A bus will be provided from Blackburn to Colne.

The 23:42 Clitheroe to Blackburn train service will not run and will be replaced by a bus.

Tuesday to Friday:

The 05:49 Colne to Preston service will run from Burnley Central to Preston. A bus will be provided from Colne to Burnley Central, departing Colne at 05:30 to connect with the train at Burnley Central.

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 drop-off 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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