Disruption between Birmingham Snow Hill and Whitlocks End expected until 18:30
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Wednesday 02 September 2026 at 16:27
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Last updated
Wednesday 02 September 2026 at 17:28
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Kidderminster and Whitlocks End / Stratford-upon-Avon
Description
A safety inspection of the track between Yardley Wood and Shirley means that the line towards Whitlocks End is blocked. As a result, trains running between Birmingham Snow Hill and Whitlocks End may be delayed or revised.
Disruption is expected until 18:30.
Customer advice:
Rail replacement transport have been recruited to run between Shirley and Stratford-upon-Avon in both directions.
Your ticket can be used at no extra cost on the following:
National Express West Midlands between Birmingham Snow Hill and Shirley in both directions until further notice
National Express West Midlands between Birmingham Snow Hill and Solihull in both directions until further notice
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 drop-off 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.
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