Disruptions & planned work

Engineering work is taking place overnight between Salford Crescent and Ince, closing some lines. Monday to Thursday: The 22:20 Blackburn to Wigan Wallgate service will run between Blackburn and Manchester Victoria. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate. The 22:49 Wigan Wallgate to Rochdale service run between Manchester Victoria and Rochdale. A bus will be provided from Wigan Wallgate To Manchester Victoria to connect with train. The 23:20 Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate service will start at 23:03 and will run non-stop to Wigan Wallgate. A bus will be provided from Manchester Victoria to Wigan Wallgate, departing at 23:20 and calling at intermediate stations normally served by the train. Wednesday only: The 21:30 Blackburn to Southport service will not call at Swinton, Moorside, Walkden, Atherton, Hag Fold and Daisy Hill. A bus will be provided from Salford Crescent to Southport to serve these stations. Check before you travel: You can plan your journey using the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner . Replacement bus travel advice: 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.

From 14 Dec 2026, 00:00 · Until 17 Dec 2026, 23:59 · Source changed 21 Sept 2026, 16:53

Operators: Northern