No trains between Stow and Tweedbank until approximately 20:30
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Wednesday 06 May 2026 at 18:42
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Last updated
Wednesday 06 May 2026 at 19:35
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Edinburgh and Tweedbank
Description
A fault with the signalling system between Galashiels and Stow means all lines are blocked. Trains running between Edinburgh and Tweedbank may be cancelled or revised to not run between Stow and Tweedbank.
Disruption is expected until approximately 20:30.
Customer advice:
You may use your ticket, at no extra cost on the following services:
Borders Buses routes 67, X67 and X95 between Edinburgh and Tweedbank
Lothian Buses routes 29, 30 & 44 between Edinburgh and Gorebridge
Rail replacement buses have been requested to run between Edinburgh and Tweedbank.
You can use your ticket, at no additional cost, on ScotRail services via any alternative route to your destination.
If you have had to drive to another station your ticket will be valid to collect your car on your return journey. Speak to a member of staff to validate your ticket.
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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