Issue resolved: disruption to Northern services between Alderley Edge and Crewe expected until 14:45 

Route(s) affected

Between Manchester Piccadilly and Crewe

Description

Following a safety inspection of the track between Sandbach and Crewe, services are starting to return to normal. Whilst service recovers, Northern trains between Alderley Edge and Crewe may be delayed by up to 20 minutes or revised.

Disruption is expected until 14:45.

Customer advice:

What's happened?

Services between Sandbach and Crewe are able to call at all stations as normal.

How does this affect my journey?

Services between Sandbach and Crewe are able to call at all stations as normal.

What should I do?

You should continue your journey using the alternative suggestions below.

You can travel on the following train operators and routes at no extra cost:

• Avanti services between Manchester Piccadilly and Crewe

• Transport for Wales services between Manchester Piccadilly and Crewe

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.