Lines reopened: delays between Stafford and Lichfield Trent Valley expected until 16:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Thursday 02 October 2025 at 12:30
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Last updated
Thursday 02 October 2025 at 15:18
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Stafford and Lichfield Trent Valley
Description
Following an earlier points failure between Stafford and Lichfield Trent Valley, all lines have now reopened. Whilst service recovers train services running between these stations may still be delayed by up to 20 minutes.
Disruption is expected until 16:00.
Avanti West Coast customer advice:
If your train is cancelled, your ticket is valid on one of the two Avanti West Coast services immediately before your booked train, or one of the two immediately after.
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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.