Delays as all train lines currently blocked between Preston and Wigan North Western
This could lead to some disruptions or cancellations.
Train lines are currently blocked between Preston and Wigan North Western.
A spokesperson for Avanti West Coast confirmed the cause is damage to the overhead electric wires between Wigan North Western and Warrington Bank Quay, which has lead to all lines being blocked.
Trains running between these stations may be delayed, or cancelled.
It is unknown how long it will take to fix the issue, but disruption is expected to last until 8pm this evening.
Commuters are advised to check for updates on their journeys.
A spokesperson for National Rail added: “Damage to the overhead wires between Wigan North Western and Preston means that all lines are blocked.
“As a result, trains running between these stations may be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised.”
Other operators' services are also likely to be affected by this disruption.
For customers travelling to/from Preston and Liverpool Lime Street, you can use your ticket at no extra cost on the following services in both directions:
Northern and TransPennine Express services between Preston and Manchester Piccadilly
Northern, East Midlands Railway and TransPennine Express services between Manchester Piccadilly and Liverpool Lime Street
Avanti West Coast services between Preston and Warrington Bank Quay.
From here it is a short distance from Warrington Bank Quay to Warrington.
Central
Northern, East Midlands Railway and TransPennine Express services between Warrington Central and Liverpool Lime Street.
Customers with Avanti West Coast tickets can travel at no additional cost between:
- Edinburgh and Birmingham New Street.
- Edinburgh/Glasgow Central and Preston and Manchester Piccadilly.
You can check the status of your journey here