Buses replace trains between Halifax / Hebden Bridge and Preston on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 November 

Route(s) affected

between York and Blackpool North and

between Blackburn and Manchester Victoria and

between Colne and Preston

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Hebden Bridge and Preston, closing some lines. ​​​​​​​

York - Blackpool North: Trains will operate between York and Halifax and between Preston and Blackpool North. Buses will run between Halifax and Preston.

Blackburn – Manchester Victoria (and beyond) via Todmorden: Trains will start / terminate at Todmorden. Buses will operate between Hebden Bridge and Preston via Blackburn.

Preston - Colne: Buses replace trains.

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 this page. 

You can find the location of your bus replacement by checking station signs or by searching for your station on our station information pages. 

Please be advised that, on occasion, replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.