Disruption between Doncaster and Scunthorpe / Goole expected until 18:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Tuesday 19 May 2026 at 16:18
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Last updated
Tuesday 19 May 2026 at 16:26
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Northern between Doncaster and Scunthorpe / Hull, and also between Sheffield and Hull / Scarborough
TransPennine Express between Liverpool Lime Street and Cleethorpes
Description
Cable theft between Doncaster and Scunthorpe / Goole means trains have to run at a reduced speed on all lines. As a result, trains will be delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 18:00.
TransPennine Express customer advice:
Trains on the following route are subject to delay/last minute alteration:
Liverpool Lime Street - Scunthorpe in both directions.
What should I do?
You should continue to travel as planned, however, your journey may be delayed by 45 minutes.
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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