Amended late night / early morning Northern service between Bolton and Preston from Monday 26 January to Friday 30 January
Engineering work details
Starts Monday 26 January 2026 to Saturday 31 January 2026
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Manchester Airport and Blackpool North
Description
Engineering work is taking place between Horwich Parkway and Preston, closing some lines.
Monday to Thursday:
The 22:48 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will diverted via Wigan North Western. A replacement bus will run between Manchester Oxford Road and Preston.
The 23:17 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will diverted via Wigan North Western. A replacement bus will run between Manchester Oxford Road and Preston.
The 23:22 Blackpool North to Manchester Airport service will be diverted via Wigan North Western. A replacement bus will run between Preston and Manchester Airport.
The 23:46 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will diverted via Wigan North Western. A replacement bus will run between Manchester Oxford Road and Preston.
Tuesday to Friday:
The 04:48 Manchester Airport to Blackpool North service will be diverted via Wigan North Western. Tickets will be accepted on the next available service.
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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