Passengers travelling to and from Bolton are facing significant disruption this morning following a trespass incident on the railway lines between Bolton and Preston. National Rail has confirmed that all lines are blocked, leading to cancellations, delays, and revisions for services operated by Northern and TransPennine Express.
Impact on Services
Trains running between Bolton and Preston may be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes, or revised. Some services are being diverted around the incident and will not call at Bolton, while others are rerouting via Wigan North Western. Disruption is expected to continue until at least 12:00 pm.
Official Statement
National Rail stated: "A trespass incident between Bolton 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. This is expected until 12:00." Passengers are advised to check their journey before travelling and allow extra time.
Affected Operators
Both Northern and TransPennine Express services are impacted. Alternative travel options may include using local bus services or seeking refunds for unused tickets. National Rail recommends monitoring live updates for the latest information.
