Major train disruption across the North West

Northern, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine have all cancelled services this morning

Northern says buses are running instead of trains
Author: Vicky HainesPublished 20th Aug 2025

A big signalling problem at Wigan's causing disruption on trains heading to Piccadilly and Victoria.

Northern, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine have all cancelled services this morning.

Northern says buses are running instead of trains in Wigan and services from Blackpool could face cancellations.

Avanti West Coast's also warning services from Preston are affected.

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