Lines reopened: disruption between Sheffield and Huddersfield / Wakefield Kirkgate expected until 18:15
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Last updated
Sunday 31 May 2026 at 17:30
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Sheffield and Huddersfield / Leeds, and between Lincoln and Huddersfield, and also between Nottingham and Leeds
Description
Lines have reopened following a passenger being taken ill on a train in the Barnsley area. Trains running between Sheffield and Huddersfield / Wakefield Kirkgate may still be cancelled, delayed by up to 10 minutes, revised or diverted via Moorthorpe.
Disruption is expected until 18:15.
Check before you travel:
You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.
Compensation:
You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.
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