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Disruption between Middlesbrough and Battersby expected until 16:00 

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Service alteration details

Incident reported: Thursday 06 August 2026 at 13:30

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Last updated

Thursday 06 August 2026 at 15:02

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

between Middlesbrough and Battersby

Description

There is a safety inspection of the track between Middlesbrough and Nunthorpe meaning trains are running at a reduced speed. As a result, services running between Middlesbrough and Battersby may be delayed or revised.

Disruption is expected until 16:00

Customer advice:

What should I do?

You can travel on the next Northern service to your destination, where available.

Please note that other train operators may also be affected by disruption – please check your whole journey before travelling.

Northern train ticket restrictions have been lifted in the affected areas, including Advance and Peak restrictions, during this disruption. Restrictions will be reinstated once the disruption ends.

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.

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