Delays to Merseyrail services to / from Southport expected until 11:15
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Thursday 16 July 2026 at 09:49
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Last updated
Thursday 16 July 2026 at 10:22
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Hunts Cross and Southport
Description
An earlier fault on a train between Freshfield and Ainsdale is causing residual disruption on the Southport line.
Trains running to / from Southport may be delayed by up to 30 minutes whilst service recovers.
Disruption is expected until 11:15.
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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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