Lines reopened: disruption between Newcastle and Ashington until the end of the day 

Route(s) affected

Between Newcastle and Ashington

Description

Lines have reopened following a passenger being taken ill on a train in the Seaton Delaval area. Trains running between Newcastle and Ashington may still be cancelled or delayed by up to 30 minutes.

Disruption is expected until the end of the day.

Customer advice:

Rail replacement buses are in operation between Newcastle and Ashington.

Journey times will be extended whilst travelling by rail replacement transport.

Please see station information posters for the bus pick up points.

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.

For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.

You can find the pick-up and set-down location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.

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.