Disruption between Leeds and Bradford Interchange expected until 18:00 

Route(s) affected

Between York and Blackpool North, and between Leeds and Manchester Victoria / Wigan Wallgate / Chester, and also between Hull and Halifax

Description

A fault with the signalling system between Leeds and Bradford Interchange means trains have to run at a reduced speed towards Bradford Interchange. Trains running between these stations may be revised or delayed by up to 15 minutes.

The earlier broken down train between these stations is now on the move, allowing the line towards Bradford Interchange to reopen.

Disruption is expected until 18:00.

What's happened?

Services between Leeds and Bradford Interchange are being disrupted due to a fault with the signalling system.

Network Rail staff are due on site at 16:20.

How does this affect my journey?

Train services are having to run at a reduced speed from Leeds towards Bradford Interchange in this direction only, but services will be affected both ways.

What should I do?

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

You can also travel on TransPennine Express services at no extra cost between Leeds and Manchester.

Please note that other train operators may also be affected by disruption – please check your whole journey before travelling.

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.