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Amended late night services between Manchester Victoria and Wigan Wallgate from Monday 21 to Thursday 24 September 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 21 September 2026 to Thursday 24 September 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Northern between Blackburn / Rochdale / Manchester Victoria and Wigan Wallgate

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Salford Crescent and Ince, closing all lines via Walkden on Monday to Thursday evenings.

As a result:

  • The 22:20 Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate service will terminate at Manchester Victoria. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate

  • The 22:49 Wigan Wallgate to Rochdale service will start from Manchester Victoria. A bus will be provided from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoria

  • The 23:20 Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate service will be amended to start at 23:03 and will run non-stop to Wigan Wallgate. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate, departing at 23:20 and calling at intermediate stations via Walkden

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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