Redisual disruption between Wolverhampton and Bescot Stadium expected until 20:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Tuesday 07 July 2026 at 18:05
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Last updated
Tuesday 07 July 2026 at 19:04
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Wolverhampton and Walsall, and also between Shrewsbury and Birmingham New Street
Description
Lines have reopened and trains are now able to run at normal speed following a fire next to the track at Darlaston. Trains between Wolverhampton and Bescot Stadium may be cancelled or delayed as services return to normal.
Disruption is expected until 20:00.
Customer advice:
Your ticket can be used at no extra cost on National Express West Midlands between Birmingham New Street and Wolverhampton via Tame Bridge Parkway and Darlaston in both directions until further notice.
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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