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Reduced service between Blackpool South and Preston expected until 16:45 

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Incident reported: Tuesday 01 September 2026 at 13:24

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Last updated

Tuesday 01 September 2026 at 14:24

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Blackpool South and Preston

Description

There is a fault on a train between Blackpool South and Preston, meaning fewer trains are able to run on all lines. Train services running to and from these stations may be cancelled.

Disruption is expected until 16:45.

What's happened?

Services between Blackpool South and Preston in both directions are being disrupted due to a fault on a train.

Maintenance staff are in contact with the train crew and are attempting to rectify the issue.

How does this affect my journey?

Fewer train services are able to run between Blackpool South and Preston in both directions.

Northern services between Blackpool North and Preston are not affected.

What should I do?

You can travel on the next Northern service to your destination, where available.

You can also travel on Blackpool Transport Bus services at no extra cost between Blackpool South and Lytham and Blackpool South to Blackpool North.

Northern train ticket restrictions have been lifted in the affected areas, including Advance and Peak restrictions, during this disruption. Restrictions will be reinstated once the disruption ends.

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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