Disruption between Sunderland and Newcastle expected until 19:30 

Route(s) affected

Between Whitby / Great Ayton / Nunthorpe and Newcastle

Description

A points failure at Heworth means all lines are blocked. Trains running between Sunderland and Newcastle may be revised, delayed until lines reopen or diverted.

Disruption is expected until 19:30.

How does this affect my journey?

Train services are unable to run between Sunderland and Newcastle (in both directions).

Northern services between Darlington and Saltburn are not affected.

What should I do?

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

You can also travel on Tyne & Wear Metro services at no extra cost between Sunderland and Newcastle.

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.

Additional information:

Network Rail staff are on site.

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.