Disruption to Northern and Wirral line services expected until 09:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Thursday 08 October 2026 at 05:58
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Last updated
Thursday 08 October 2026 at 06:46
Train operators affected
- Merseyrail
Route(s) affected
Northern and Wirral line services
Description
Overrunning engineering works mean that both the Northern and Wirral lines are disrupted. As a result, trains operating along these routes may be cancelled, delayed or revised.
Disruption is expected until 09:00.
Customer advice:
Your ticket can be used at no extra cost on Stagecoach bus and Arriva bus services via any reasonable route.
Rail replacement services are currently in operation between:
Sandhills and Moorfields
Rock Ferry and Moorfields
Check before you travel:
You can check your journey using the National Rail 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.
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