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Lines reopened: disruption between Rugby and Milton Keynes Central via Northampton expected until 20:00 

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Incident reported: Saturday 29 November 2025 at 17:01

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Last updated

Saturday 29 November 2025 at 18:09

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Birmingham New Street and London Euston

Description

Following a trespass incident in the Northampton area all lines have now reopened.

As service recovers, trains running between Rugby and Milton Keynes Central via Northampton may still be delayed by up to 50 minutes or revised.

Disruption is expected until 20:00.

Customer advice:

You may use your ticket at no extra cost on Avanti West Coast services between Birmingham New Street and London Euston.

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.