No TransPennine Express trains between Wakefield Kirkgate and York until approximately 12:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Sunday 30 November 2025 at 08:12
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Last updated
Sunday 30 November 2025 at 09:32
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Trains between Wakefield Kirkgate and York
Description
Theft of signalling cables between Wakefield Kirkgate and York means all lines are blocked. As a result, trains may be cancelled, delayed or diverted.
Disruption is expected until 12:00.
Additional information:
Theft of signalling cables means all lines are blocked. Trains are currently unable to run between Wakefield Kirkgate and York. Network Rail staff are aware of the issue are on on-site trying to restore the signalling.
Customer advice:
Rail replacement transport has been requested hourly as follows:
Wakefield Kirkgate to York starting at 11:15 and then hourly at XX:15, calling at Normanton and Castleford
York to Wakefield Kirkgate starting at 10:00 and then hourly at at XX:00, calling at Castleford and Normanton
Please see station information posters for the location of rail replacement pick up points and be advised that journey times may be extended by 60 minutes whilst travelling by rail replacement transport.
You can use your ticket at no extra cost on alternative TransPennine Express services between Manchester Victoria and York in both directions.
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.