Do Not Travel Alert After Freight Train Derailed on West Coast Main Line
A freight train has derailed on the West Coast Main Line between Carlisle and Oxenholme in the Lake District. The incident happened Wednesday night, sparking major disruption on rail services between England and Scotland.
Key Rail Route Blocked, Major Delays Expected
The derailment struck a vital rail link connecting major cities across both countries. National Rail Enquiries confirmed some lines remain blocked, causing significant delays and cancellations. Passengers travelling between Preston and Scotland on Thursday are urged to avoid train journeys.
Train Operators Issue Travel Warning
Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express have joined forces to issue a clear alert: delay your travel until Friday or seek alternative transport. The few trains still running face ongoing delays due to recovery work.
Ticket holders can use their tickets on these alternative routes:
- TransPennine Express via any reasonable route
- LNER between Edinburgh and London Kings Cross
- CrossCountry between Edinburgh and Birmingham New Street
- ScotRail via any reasonable route
TransPennine Express Customers: Avoid Travel North of Preston
If you’re travelling north of Preston, do not travel. Instead, your ticket is valid on these alternative services:
- Northern between Preston and Liverpool Lime Street/Manchester Airport
- CrossCountry between Edinburgh and York
- LNER between Edinburgh and York
- ScotRail between Glasgow and Edinburgh until midday Thursday
- TransPennine Express services between Edinburgh and Newcastle and Newcastle to Manchester in both directions
Stay tuned for updates and plan ahead if you’re travelling in the north of England or Scotland this week.
