Vital track renewal: buses replace trains between Wigan Wallgate and Southport from Monday 27 to Friday 31 July 

Route(s) affected

Between Stalybridge / Manchester Oxford Road / Manchester Victoria / Blackburn and Southport

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Gathurst and Southport, closing all lines. Background information on the work can be found below.

Trains between Manchester stations and Southport will start / terminate at Wigan Wallgate or Wigan North Western.

Buses will operate between Wigan Wallgate and Southport.

Background information:

Network Rail will be replacing ageing track near Parbold. This vital engineering work involves teams replacing sections of track, as well as sleepers and ballast, as the current track is nearing the end of its life. Once completed, this will lead to better ride quality and a reduction in delays and speed restrictions in the area.

For comments on the work taking place please visit the Network Rail website.

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.