Lines reopened: disruption between Doncaster and York expected until 12:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Thursday 18 June 2026 at 09:39
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Last updated
Thursday 18 June 2026 at 11:05
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
CrossCountry between Reading and York / Newcastle
Lumo between London Kings Cross and Edinburgh
Description
Lines have reopened following a fault with the signalling system between Doncaster and York. Trains between these stations may be cancelled, delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised.
This is expected until 12:00.
CrossCountry customer advice:
Your ticket can be used at no extra cost on the two CrossCountry services operating before and after your cancelled service.
You can also use your ticket at no extra cost on the following services:
Northern services between Sheffield and Doncaster
If you decide to travel from a different station due to this disruption and need to return to that station later, you will also be able to use your existing ticket to do this at no extra cost
Unfortunately, any seat reservations will not be carried over to another train, but Coach B, H and L are unreserved coaches on CrossCountry services (where available) so please head to them.
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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