Buses replace trains between Birkenhead North and New Brighton until approximately 16:45 

Route(s) affected

between Birkenhead North and New Brighton

Description

A points failure in the New Brighton area means that all lines are blocked. As a result, trains are unable to run between Birkenhead North and New Brighton and will be cancelled.

Disruption is expected until 16:45.

Customer advice:

Your ticket can be used at no extra cost on Arriva Buses in the New Brighton area.

Rail replacement buses are in operation between Birkenhead North and New Brighton in both directions.

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.