No trains between Lincoln and Doncaster until the end of service  

Route(s) affected

Between Lincoln and Doncaster

Description

A broken down freight train between Lincoln and Doncaster means all lines are blocked. As a result, trains between these stations will be cancelled.

Disruption is expected until the end of service.

Customer advice:

There is a broken down freight train between Lincoln Central and Doncaster. This is disrupting trains on the Lincoln and Doncaster route.

East Midlands Railway are waiting for further information from the freight operator about the broken down train.

How does this affect my train?

East Midlands Railway are unable to run trains between Lincoln and Doncaster in both directions, until the freight train is on the move

• 19:34 Lincoln to Doncaster will be cancelled

• 20:52 Doncaster to Lincoln will be cancelled

These are the last two services of the evening, a normal service is expected to run tomorrow.

How do I get where I need to be?

East Midlands Railway are currently looking at alternative arrangements to keep you on the move. Please remember that this can take time and be assured that teams are working tirelessly to arrange this as quickly as possible for you.

East Midlands Railway have sourced a rail replacement bus to cover the 20:52 Doncaster to Lincoln service, this will extend journey times by up to 60 minutes.

Check before you travel:

You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.

For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.

You can find the pick-up and drop-off location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.

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.