Buses replace trains between Birkenhead North and West Kirby until approximately 16:30  

Route(s) affected

West Kirby circular services

Description

A person has been hit by a train between Bidston and West Kirby. Whilst the emergency services carry out their work, all lines between these stations are closed. As a result, trains are unable to run between Birkenhead North and West Kirby and will be cancelled or revised.

Disruption is expected until approximately 16:30.

Customer advice:

Rail replacement transport is in operation between Birkenhead North and West Kirby in both directions.

To assist you with your journey your ticket will be accepted, at no extra cost, on Arriva Buses services 407 and 437, also on Stagecoach Buses service 38.

Check before you travel:

You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.

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.

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.