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Amended 23:20 Blackburn to Manchester Victoria via Todmorden Northern service from Monday 30 March to Thursday 2 April 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 30 March 2026 to Thursday 02 April 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Blackburn / Accrington / Todmorden / Littleborough / Rochdale and Manchester Victoria

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Manchester Victoria and Smithy Bridge, closing all lines.

The 23:20 Blackburn to Manchester Victoria via Todmorden service will be bus replaced throughout, and calling at all stations.

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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