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Disruption between Preston and Ormskirk expected until 15:00 

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Incident reported: Wednesday 02 September 2026 at 12:44

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Last updated

Wednesday 02 September 2026 at 13:14

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Preston and Ormskirk

Description

A points failure between Preston and Ormskirk means that trains have to run at a reduced speed on all lines. As a result, trains running between these stations may be cancelled or delayed by up to 20 minutes.

Disruption is expected until 15:00.

Customer advice:

How does this affect my journey?

Train services are able to run with some delay between Preston and Ormskirk in both directions.

What should I do?

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

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.

Additional information:

Network Rail staff are due on site with further information to follow.

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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