Due to a points failure at Blackburn fewer trains are able to run on all lines.
How does it affect your service:
Train services running through this station will be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
Our advice to our customers:
Services through Blackburn are currently being disrupted due to a points failure.
Network Rail are aware of the fault and engineers are expected on site at shortly.
Effect on service:
Rochdale to Blackburn will terminate at Bolton
Blackburn to Rochdale service will start at Bolton
First services affected:
17:52 Rochdale to Blackburn has terminated at Bolton
19:18 Blackburn to Rochdale will start at Bolton
Alternative travel suggestions:
Rochdale to Clitheroe services will run booked route
Clitheroe to Rochdale services will run booked route
Customers are advise services via Preston and Todmorden are not affected.
Other places to get more information:
Please travel on the next Northern train where available or visit www.northernrailway.co.uk/service-updates for any alternative options and for more information during times of disruption.
You can message us on X.com, @northernassist (between 06:00 and 22:00) or search for #NorthernUpdates.
If you've been delayed by 15 minutes or more, hold on to your tickets and claim compensation by visiting www.northernrailway.co.uk/delay-repay
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Last Updated: 18/07/2025 19:59