Disruption between Aberdeen / Elgin and Inverness expected until 23:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Tuesday 05 May 2026 at 19:52
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Last updated
Tuesday 05 May 2026 at 20:04
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Aberdeen / Elgin and Inverness
Description
A fault with barriers at a level crossing between Elgin and Forres mean all lines are closed. Trains running between Aberdeen / Elgin and Inverness may be cancelled, delayed by up to 25 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 23:00.
Customer advice:
Engineers are being organised at the moment to investigate the fault.
You can use your ticket, at no additional cost, on ScotRail services via any alternative route to your destination.
If you have had to drive to another station your ticket will be valid to collect your car on your return journey. Speak to a member of staff to validate your ticket.
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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