Lines reopened: Disruption between Stoke-on-Trent and Derby expected until 14:30
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Last updated
01 Jul 2024 at 13:21
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
between Crewe and Newark Castle
Description
Lines have reopened following a road vehicle colliding with a bridge at Longton. As service recovers, trains between Stoke-on-Trent and Derby may still be cancelled or delayed by up to 30 minutes.
Disruption is expected until 14:30.
Customer advice:
Network rail have checked the bridge and declared it as safe.
How does this affect my train?
Trains running through the area are now able to run in both directions but are subject to short notice alterations.
The problem is now fixed and the priority is to get trains running to their advertised timetable again.
How do I get where I need to be?
You should continue to travel as originally planned however your journey may be delayed by 30 minutes.
Check before you travel:
You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.
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.