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Lines reopened between Manchester Victoria and Hebden Bridge: disruption expected until 17:30 

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Service alteration details

Incident reported: Thursday 18 December 2025 at 14:01

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Last updated

Thursday 18 December 2025 at 17:02

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Chester / Manchester Victoria / Wigan Wallgate and Leeds, between Headbolt Lane / Rochdale and Blackburn, and also between Rochdale and Clitheroe

Description

Following flooding between Manchester Victoria and Hebden Bridge all lines have reopened. However, as service recovers, trains running between these stations may still be delayed by up to 25 minutes or revised.

Disruption is expected until 17:30.

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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.