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21:37 Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury via Wolverhampton and Telford Central
(operated by West Midlands Trains)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
21:37
21:57
Wolverhampton
21:57
22:13
Problems
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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21:37 | Birmingham New Street | 21:57 | 3B | ||
21:57 | Wolverhampton | 22:13 | |||
Subsequent Stations
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22:04 | Bilbrook | 22:19 | |||
22:06 | Codsall | 22:21 | |||
22:11 | Albrighton | 22:26 | |||
22:15 | Cosford | 22:30 | |||
22:19 | Shifnal | 22:34 | |||
22:25 | Telford Central | 22:40 | |||
22:27 | Oakengates | 22:42 | |||
22:33 | Wellington Shropshire | 22:47 | |||
22:46 | Shrewsbury | 22:59 | |||
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21:52 Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury via Wolverhampton and Telford Central
(operated by West Midlands Trains)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
21:52
22:11
Wolverhampton
22:10
22:28
Problems
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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21:52 | Birmingham New Street | 22:11 | 4C | ||
21:58 | Smethwick Galton Bdg | 22:17 | |||
22:10 | Wolverhampton | 22:28 | |||
Subsequent Stations
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22:25 | Shifnal | 22:41 | |||
22:31 | Telford Central | 22:46 | |||
22:39 | Wellington Shropshire | 22:53 | |||
22:53 | Shrewsbury | 23:06 | |||
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22:01 Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly via Wilmslow
(operated by CrossCountry)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:01
On Time
Wolverhampton
22:17
On Time
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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18:45 | Bournemouth | 18:54 | |||
19:15 | Southampton Central | 19:22 | |||
19:23 | Southampton Airport Parkwy | 19:32 | |||
19:32 | Winchester | 19:41 | |||
19:50 | Basingstoke | 19:59 | |||
20:15 | Reading | 20:22 | |||
20:40 | Oxford | 20:50 | |||
20:58 | Banbury | 21:09 | |||
21:16 | Leamington Spa | 21:27 | |||
21:30 | Coventry | 21:40 | |||
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21:41 | Birmingham International | 21:50 | ||
Preceding Stations
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22:01 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | 6B | ||
22:17 | Wolverhampton | On Time | |||
Subsequent Stations | |||||
22:31 | Stafford | On Time | |||
23:06 | Wilmslow | On Time | |||
23:31 | Manchester Piccadilly | On Time | |||
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22:11 Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton
(operated by West Midlands Trains)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:11
On Time
Wolverhampton
22:37
On Time
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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21:37 | Walsall | On Time | |||
21:41 | Bescot Stadium | On Time | |||
21:44 | Tame Bridge Parkway | On Time | |||
21:48 | Hamstead | On Time | |||
21:51 | Perry Barr | On Time | |||
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21:53 | Witton | On Time | ||
21:57 | Aston | On Time | |||
21:59 | Duddeston | On Time | |||
Preceding Stations | |||||
22:11 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | 3B | ||
22:17 | Smethwick Rolfe Street | On Time | |||
22:19 | Smethwick Galton Bdg | On Time | |||
22:22 | Sandwell & Dudley | On Time | |||
22:26 | Dudley Port | On Time | |||
22:29 | Tipton | On Time | |||
22:32 | Coseley | On Time | |||
22:37 | Wolverhampton | On Time | |||
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22:19 Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton
(operated by Avanti West Coast)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:19
On Time
Wolverhampton
22:40
On Time
Problems
This train may be affected by the following route problem
Cancellations to services between Crewe and Warrington Bank Quay
Due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Crewe and Warrington Bank Quay the line towards Warrington Bank Quay is blocked.
Transport for Wales / Northern between Chester and Warrington in both directions
Transport for Wales between Manchester Piccadilly and Crewe in both directions
London North Eastern Railway between London Kings Cross and Edinburgh.
Cross Country between Birmingham New St and Edinburgh.
Transpennine Express between Preston and Glasgow Central/Edinburgh in both directions
Merseyrail between Liverpool Lime Street and Chester in both directions
If your journey's delayed 15 minutes or more, you can claim compensation at delayrepay.avantiwestcoast.co.uk.
If your train is cancelled, your ticket is valid on one of the two Avanti West Coast services immediately before your booked train, or one of the two immediately after.
If you no longer wish to travel because your train's delayed or cancelled, you can request a full refund from where you bought your ticket.
Disruption may also be affecting other train companies. Check the status of all routes and operators online here.
Impact
Train services running through these stations may be cancelled or delayed by up to 60 minutes. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.Customer Advice
You can use your ticket on the following train companies at no extra cost: Transport for Wales / Northern between Chester and Warrington in both directions
Transport for Wales between Manchester Piccadilly and Crewe in both directions
London North Eastern Railway between London Kings Cross and Edinburgh.
Cross Country between Birmingham New St and Edinburgh.
Transpennine Express between Preston and Glasgow Central/Edinburgh in both directions
Merseyrail between Liverpool Lime Street and Chester in both directions
Additional Facilities Information
Additional Information
We're really sorry if this affects you and your journey today.If your journey's delayed 15 minutes or more, you can claim compensation at delayrepay.avantiwestcoast.co.uk.
If your train is cancelled, your ticket is valid on one of the two Avanti West Coast services immediately before your booked train, or one of the two immediately after.
If you no longer wish to travel because your train's delayed or cancelled, you can request a full refund from where you bought your ticket.
Disruption may also be affecting other train companies. Check the status of all routes and operators online here.
Customer Information
Further Information
Attachment
Last Updated: 04/10/2025 18:53
Due | Station | Status |
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Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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20:25 | London Euston | On Time | |||
20:41 | Watford Junction | 20:45 | |||
21:14 | Milton Keynes Central | 21:17 | |||
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21:37 | Rugby | 21:43 | ||
21:49 | Coventry | 21:57 | |||
22:00 | Birmingham International | 22:06 | |||
Preceding Stations
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22:19 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | 6 | ||
22:27 | Sandwell & Dudley | On Time | |||
22:40 | Wolverhampton | On Time | |||
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22:23 Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury via Wolverhampton and Telford Central
(operated by West Midlands Trains)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:23
On Time
Wolverhampton
22:58
On Time
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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22:23 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | 1A | ||
22:36 | Tame Bridge Parkway | On Time | |||
22:58 | Wolverhampton | On Time | |||
Subsequent Stations | |||||
23:06 | Bilbrook | On Time | |||
23:08 | Codsall | On Time | |||
23:13 | Albrighton | On Time | |||
23:16 | Cosford | On Time | |||
23:21 | Shifnal | On Time | |||
23:26 | Telford Central | On Time | |||
23:29 | Oakengates | On Time | |||
23:34 | Wellington Shropshire | On Time | |||
23:48 | Shrewsbury | On Time | |||
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22:30 Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadilly
(operated by CrossCountry)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:30
On Time
Wolverhampton
22:46
On Time
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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22:30 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | 9 | ||
22:46 | Wolverhampton | On Time | |||
Subsequent Stations | |||||
23:03 | Stafford | On Time | |||
23:58 | Manchester Piccadilly | On Time | |||
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22:33 Birmingham New Street to Crewe
(operated by West Midlands Trains)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:33
On Time
Wolverhampton
22:52
On Time
Problems
This train may be affected by the following route problems
Cancellations to services between Wolverhampton and Crewe
Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption between Wolverhampton and Crewe fewer trains are able to run on the line.
Replacement road transport services are accepting passengers between Wolverhampton and Stafford in both directions until further notice.
What's happened?
Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption, there are many additional cancellations between Wolverhampton and Crewe.
A replacement bus service has been requested, however due to the widespread network disruption owing to the severe weather overmight. Coach availability is very limited.
Our transport provider is currently working on solutions to be able to provide a replacement road transport service. An update will be provided when more informations becomes available.
How long will this last?
* We expect the problem to be fixed by 20:00
Updates from our Control Team:
<# Newest updates at the top #>
> 15:30 - Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption, there are many additional cancellations between Wolverhampton and Crewe.
A replacement bus service has been requested, however due to the widespread network disruption owing to the severe weather overmight. Coach availability is very limited.
Our transport provider is currently working on solutions to be able to provide a replacement road transport service. An update will be provided when more informations becomes available.
Impact
Train services running through these stations may be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.Customer Advice
Please use the Live Departure & Arrival Boards or National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to see your journey options.Replacement road transport services are accepting passengers between Wolverhampton and Stafford in both directions until further notice.
Additional Facilities Information
Additional Information
Customer Information
Further Information
An update will follow within the next 6 hours.What's happened?
Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption, there are many additional cancellations between Wolverhampton and Crewe.
A replacement bus service has been requested, however due to the widespread network disruption owing to the severe weather overmight. Coach availability is very limited.
Our transport provider is currently working on solutions to be able to provide a replacement road transport service. An update will be provided when more informations becomes available.
How long will this last?
* We expect the problem to be fixed by 20:00
Updates from our Control Team:
<# Newest updates at the top #>
> 15:30 - Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption, there are many additional cancellations between Wolverhampton and Crewe.
A replacement bus service has been requested, however due to the widespread network disruption owing to the severe weather overmight. Coach availability is very limited.
Our transport provider is currently working on solutions to be able to provide a replacement road transport service. An update will be provided when more informations becomes available.
Attachment
Last Updated: 04/10/2025 18:50
Due | Station | Status |
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Cancellations to services between Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe
Due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe all lines are blocked.
Rail Replacement (supplied via Stagecoach) are accepting passengers between Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Rail Replacement (supplied via Stagecoach) are accepting passengers between Stafford and Wolverhampton in both directions until further notice.
Northern are accepting passengers between Stoke-On-Trent and Crewe in both directions until further notice.
Merseyrail are accepting passengers between Liverpool South Pw Hl and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Avanti West Coast are accepting passengers between Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Option 1: Check if a rail journey is currently possible...
Use the National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to check if a journey by rail is currently possible, including via other operators, on the route.
Just so you know:
* We may be able to divert some trains around the affected area, between Crewe and Stafford.
* We share much of this route with Avanti West Coast, but there main stations are Wolverhampton, Stafford, Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street. You can use their services where available, but they are likely to be impacted by this disruption as well.
* Currently, there are no changes to our peak time ticket restrictions.
Option 2: Travel on another route:
((
* You can plan a route on local buses with the Rail Alternatives Journey Planner.
* If you chose to drive your car and park at a station on one of the routes below because of this disruption, your rail ticket will be valid to travel back to the same station later in the day to collect your car. ))
Your ticket can be used, at no extra cost, with the following operators:
Avanti West Coast:
* Crewe - Chester.
Transport for Wales:
* Crewe and Chester.
Merseyrail:
* Chester - Liverpool Lime Street/Liverpool South Parkway.
East Midlands Trains:
* Stoke on Trent - Kidsgrove - Alsager - Crewe.
* Liverpool Lime Street - Liverpool South Parkway
Northern Rail:
* Liverpool Lime Street - Liverpool South Parkway
Option 3: Emergency Rail Replacement Transport...
We have requested road transport to shuttle between Liverpool and and Crewe. Crewe and Wolverhampton
Option 4: Consider travelling later...
You might want to consider postponing your journey until our service returns to normal.
What's happened?
Due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe, the line is blocked.
Investigative works have concluded and overhead line damage has been classed as severe. Trains between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street will remain suspended until the end of the day.
Replacement road transport will remain in place until the end of the day.
How long will this last?
* We expect the problem to be fixed by the end of the day.
Updates from our Control Team:
<# Newest updates at the top #>
> 12:25 - Investigative works have concluded and overhead line damage has been class as severe. Trains between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street will remain suspended until the end of the day. Replacement road transport will remain in place until the end of the day.
> 10:40 - trains can now run between Birmingham New Street and Crewe. Replacement road transport remains in place between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street.
> 09:45 - vegetation impeding fault investigation work has now been cleared allowing fault finding and rectification work to continue.
> 08:40 - no further updates available at present. Updates will be provided as they become available.
> 07:40 - Inspections of the overhead line equipment continue, however weather conditions (wind) is hindering this process.
> 06:40 - Replacement road transport has been ordered to operate between Wolverhampton and Stafford, and Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street.
> 06:37 - Network Rail maintenance teams are en route to site.
> 06:21 - due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Birmingham New Street the line is blocked.
Impact
Train services running to and from these stations will be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.Customer Advice
Please use the Live Departure & Arrival Boards or National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to see your journey options.Rail Replacement (supplied via Stagecoach) are accepting passengers between Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Rail Replacement (supplied via Stagecoach) are accepting passengers between Stafford and Wolverhampton in both directions until further notice.
Northern are accepting passengers between Stoke-On-Trent and Crewe in both directions until further notice.
Merseyrail are accepting passengers between Liverpool South Pw Hl and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Avanti West Coast are accepting passengers between Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Additional Facilities Information
Additional Information
<# Passenger Options - Wolverhampton to Liverpool (via Crewe) #>Option 1: Check if a rail journey is currently possible...
Use the National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to check if a journey by rail is currently possible, including via other operators, on the route.
Just so you know:
* We may be able to divert some trains around the affected area, between Crewe and Stafford.
* We share much of this route with Avanti West Coast, but there main stations are Wolverhampton, Stafford, Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street. You can use their services where available, but they are likely to be impacted by this disruption as well.
* Currently, there are no changes to our peak time ticket restrictions.
Option 2: Travel on another route:
((
* You can plan a route on local buses with the Rail Alternatives Journey Planner.
* If you chose to drive your car and park at a station on one of the routes below because of this disruption, your rail ticket will be valid to travel back to the same station later in the day to collect your car. ))
Your ticket can be used, at no extra cost, with the following operators:
Avanti West Coast:
* Crewe - Chester.
Transport for Wales:
* Crewe and Chester.
Merseyrail:
* Chester - Liverpool Lime Street/Liverpool South Parkway.
East Midlands Trains:
* Stoke on Trent - Kidsgrove - Alsager - Crewe.
* Liverpool Lime Street - Liverpool South Parkway
Northern Rail:
* Liverpool Lime Street - Liverpool South Parkway
Option 3: Emergency Rail Replacement Transport...
We have requested road transport to shuttle between Liverpool and and Crewe. Crewe and Wolverhampton
Option 4: Consider travelling later...
You might want to consider postponing your journey until our service returns to normal.
Customer Information
Further Information
An update will follow within the next 10 hours.What's happened?
Due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe, the line is blocked.
Investigative works have concluded and overhead line damage has been classed as severe. Trains between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street will remain suspended until the end of the day.
Replacement road transport will remain in place until the end of the day.
How long will this last?
* We expect the problem to be fixed by the end of the day.
Updates from our Control Team:
<# Newest updates at the top #>
> 12:25 - Investigative works have concluded and overhead line damage has been class as severe. Trains between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street will remain suspended until the end of the day. Replacement road transport will remain in place until the end of the day.
> 10:40 - trains can now run between Birmingham New Street and Crewe. Replacement road transport remains in place between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street.
> 09:45 - vegetation impeding fault investigation work has now been cleared allowing fault finding and rectification work to continue.
> 08:40 - no further updates available at present. Updates will be provided as they become available.
> 07:40 - Inspections of the overhead line equipment continue, however weather conditions (wind) is hindering this process.
> 06:40 - Replacement road transport has been ordered to operate between Wolverhampton and Stafford, and Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street.
> 06:37 - Network Rail maintenance teams are en route to site.
> 06:21 - due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Birmingham New Street the line is blocked.
Attachment
Last Updated: 04/10/2025 18:49
Due | Station | Status |
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Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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22:33 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | 3B | ||
22:40 | Smethwick Galton Bdg | On Time | |||
22:52 | Wolverhampton | On Time | |||
Subsequent Stations | |||||
23:01 | Penkridge | On Time | |||
23:09 | Stafford | On Time | |||
23:30 | Crewe | On Time | |||
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22:37 Birmingham New Street to Crewe
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:37
22:51
Wolverhampton
22:56
23:07
Problems
This service has been delayed by a train hitting an obstruction on the line
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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22:37 | Birmingham New Street | 22:51 | 4C | ||
22:45 | Sandwell & Dudley | 22:58 | |||
22:56 | Wolverhampton | 23:07 | |||
Subsequent Stations
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23:13 | Telford Central | 23:23 | |||
23:20 | Wellington (Shropshire) | 23:29 | |||
23:35 | Shrewsbury | 23:41 | |||
23:46 | Yorton | 23:51 | |||
23:50 | Wem | 23:55 | |||
23:55 | Prees | On Time | |||
00:01 | Whitchurch (Shropshire) | 00:06 | |||
00:07 | Wrenbury | 00:12 | |||
00:12 | Nantwich | 00:17 | |||
00:21 | Crewe | 00:25 | |||
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22:41 Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton
(operated by West Midlands Trains)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:41
On Time
Wolverhampton
23:07
On Time
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Collapse Preceding stations | |||||
22:02 | Walsall | On Time | |||
22:06 | Bescot Stadium | On Time | |||
22:09 | Tame Bridge Parkway | On Time | |||
22:13 | Hamstead | On Time | |||
22:16 | Perry Barr | On Time | |||
22:18 | Witton | On Time | |||
22:22 | Aston | On Time | |||
22:24 | Duddeston | On Time | |||
Preceding Stations | |||||
22:41 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | 5B | ||
22:47 | Smethwick Rolfe Street | On Time | |||
22:49 | Smethwick Galton Bdg | On Time | |||
22:52 | Sandwell & Dudley | On Time | |||
22:56 | Dudley Port | On Time | |||
22:59 | Tipton | On Time | |||
23:02 | Coseley | On Time | |||
23:07 | Wolverhampton | On Time | |||
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21:53 Wolverhampton from Birmingham New Street
(operated by West Midlands Trains)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
21:34
Cancelled
Wolverhampton
21:53
Not Stopping
Problems
This service has been cancelled because of a shortage of train crew
This train may be affected by the following route problem
Cancellations to services between Wolverhampton and Crewe
Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption between Wolverhampton and Crewe fewer trains are able to run on the line.
Replacement road transport services are accepting passengers between Wolverhampton and Stafford in both directions until further notice.
What's happened?
Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption, there are many additional cancellations between Wolverhampton and Crewe.
A replacement bus service has been requested, however due to the widespread network disruption owing to the severe weather overmight. Coach availability is very limited.
Our transport provider is currently working on solutions to be able to provide a replacement road transport service. An update will be provided when more informations becomes available.
How long will this last?
* We expect the problem to be fixed by 20:00
Updates from our Control Team:
<# Newest updates at the top #>
> 15:30 - Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption, there are many additional cancellations between Wolverhampton and Crewe.
A replacement bus service has been requested, however due to the widespread network disruption owing to the severe weather overmight. Coach availability is very limited.
Our transport provider is currently working on solutions to be able to provide a replacement road transport service. An update will be provided when more informations becomes available.
Impact
Train services running through these stations may be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.Customer Advice
Please use the Live Departure & Arrival Boards or National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to see your journey options.Replacement road transport services are accepting passengers between Wolverhampton and Stafford in both directions until further notice.
Additional Facilities Information
Additional Information
Customer Information
Further Information
An update will follow within the next 6 hours.What's happened?
Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption, there are many additional cancellations between Wolverhampton and Crewe.
A replacement bus service has been requested, however due to the widespread network disruption owing to the severe weather overmight. Coach availability is very limited.
Our transport provider is currently working on solutions to be able to provide a replacement road transport service. An update will be provided when more informations becomes available.
How long will this last?
* We expect the problem to be fixed by 20:00
Updates from our Control Team:
<# Newest updates at the top #>
> 15:30 - Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption, there are many additional cancellations between Wolverhampton and Crewe.
A replacement bus service has been requested, however due to the widespread network disruption owing to the severe weather overmight. Coach availability is very limited.
Our transport provider is currently working on solutions to be able to provide a replacement road transport service. An update will be provided when more informations becomes available.
Attachment
Last Updated: 04/10/2025 18:50
Due | Station | Status |
---|
Cancellations to services between Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe
Due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe all lines are blocked.
Rail Replacement (supplied via Stagecoach) are accepting passengers between Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Rail Replacement (supplied via Stagecoach) are accepting passengers between Stafford and Wolverhampton in both directions until further notice.
Northern are accepting passengers between Stoke-On-Trent and Crewe in both directions until further notice.
Merseyrail are accepting passengers between Liverpool South Pw Hl and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Avanti West Coast are accepting passengers between Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Option 1: Check if a rail journey is currently possible...
Use the National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to check if a journey by rail is currently possible, including via other operators, on the route.
Just so you know:
* We may be able to divert some trains around the affected area, between Crewe and Stafford.
* We share much of this route with Avanti West Coast, but there main stations are Wolverhampton, Stafford, Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street. You can use their services where available, but they are likely to be impacted by this disruption as well.
* Currently, there are no changes to our peak time ticket restrictions.
Option 2: Travel on another route:
((
* You can plan a route on local buses with the Rail Alternatives Journey Planner.
* If you chose to drive your car and park at a station on one of the routes below because of this disruption, your rail ticket will be valid to travel back to the same station later in the day to collect your car. ))
Your ticket can be used, at no extra cost, with the following operators:
Avanti West Coast:
* Crewe - Chester.
Transport for Wales:
* Crewe and Chester.
Merseyrail:
* Chester - Liverpool Lime Street/Liverpool South Parkway.
East Midlands Trains:
* Stoke on Trent - Kidsgrove - Alsager - Crewe.
* Liverpool Lime Street - Liverpool South Parkway
Northern Rail:
* Liverpool Lime Street - Liverpool South Parkway
Option 3: Emergency Rail Replacement Transport...
We have requested road transport to shuttle between Liverpool and and Crewe. Crewe and Wolverhampton
Option 4: Consider travelling later...
You might want to consider postponing your journey until our service returns to normal.
What's happened?
Due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe, the line is blocked.
Investigative works have concluded and overhead line damage has been classed as severe. Trains between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street will remain suspended until the end of the day.
Replacement road transport will remain in place until the end of the day.
How long will this last?
* We expect the problem to be fixed by the end of the day.
Updates from our Control Team:
<# Newest updates at the top #>
> 12:25 - Investigative works have concluded and overhead line damage has been class as severe. Trains between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street will remain suspended until the end of the day. Replacement road transport will remain in place until the end of the day.
> 10:40 - trains can now run between Birmingham New Street and Crewe. Replacement road transport remains in place between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street.
> 09:45 - vegetation impeding fault investigation work has now been cleared allowing fault finding and rectification work to continue.
> 08:40 - no further updates available at present. Updates will be provided as they become available.
> 07:40 - Inspections of the overhead line equipment continue, however weather conditions (wind) is hindering this process.
> 06:40 - Replacement road transport has been ordered to operate between Wolverhampton and Stafford, and Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street.
> 06:37 - Network Rail maintenance teams are en route to site.
> 06:21 - due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Birmingham New Street the line is blocked.
Impact
Train services running to and from these stations will be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.Customer Advice
Please use the Live Departure & Arrival Boards or National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to see your journey options.Rail Replacement (supplied via Stagecoach) are accepting passengers between Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Rail Replacement (supplied via Stagecoach) are accepting passengers between Stafford and Wolverhampton in both directions until further notice.
Northern are accepting passengers between Stoke-On-Trent and Crewe in both directions until further notice.
Merseyrail are accepting passengers between Liverpool South Pw Hl and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Avanti West Coast are accepting passengers between Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Additional Facilities Information
Additional Information
<# Passenger Options - Wolverhampton to Liverpool (via Crewe) #>Option 1: Check if a rail journey is currently possible...
Use the National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to check if a journey by rail is currently possible, including via other operators, on the route.
Just so you know:
* We may be able to divert some trains around the affected area, between Crewe and Stafford.
* We share much of this route with Avanti West Coast, but there main stations are Wolverhampton, Stafford, Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street. You can use their services where available, but they are likely to be impacted by this disruption as well.
* Currently, there are no changes to our peak time ticket restrictions.
Option 2: Travel on another route:
((
* You can plan a route on local buses with the Rail Alternatives Journey Planner.
* If you chose to drive your car and park at a station on one of the routes below because of this disruption, your rail ticket will be valid to travel back to the same station later in the day to collect your car. ))
Your ticket can be used, at no extra cost, with the following operators:
Avanti West Coast:
* Crewe - Chester.
Transport for Wales:
* Crewe and Chester.
Merseyrail:
* Chester - Liverpool Lime Street/Liverpool South Parkway.
East Midlands Trains:
* Stoke on Trent - Kidsgrove - Alsager - Crewe.
* Liverpool Lime Street - Liverpool South Parkway
Northern Rail:
* Liverpool Lime Street - Liverpool South Parkway
Option 3: Emergency Rail Replacement Transport...
We have requested road transport to shuttle between Liverpool and and Crewe. Crewe and Wolverhampton
Option 4: Consider travelling later...
You might want to consider postponing your journey until our service returns to normal.
Customer Information
Further Information
An update will follow within the next 10 hours.What's happened?
Due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe, the line is blocked.
Investigative works have concluded and overhead line damage has been classed as severe. Trains between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street will remain suspended until the end of the day.
Replacement road transport will remain in place until the end of the day.
How long will this last?
* We expect the problem to be fixed by the end of the day.
Updates from our Control Team:
<# Newest updates at the top #>
> 12:25 - Investigative works have concluded and overhead line damage has been class as severe. Trains between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street will remain suspended until the end of the day. Replacement road transport will remain in place until the end of the day.
> 10:40 - trains can now run between Birmingham New Street and Crewe. Replacement road transport remains in place between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street.
> 09:45 - vegetation impeding fault investigation work has now been cleared allowing fault finding and rectification work to continue.
> 08:40 - no further updates available at present. Updates will be provided as they become available.
> 07:40 - Inspections of the overhead line equipment continue, however weather conditions (wind) is hindering this process.
> 06:40 - Replacement road transport has been ordered to operate between Wolverhampton and Stafford, and Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street.
> 06:37 - Network Rail maintenance teams are en route to site.
> 06:21 - due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Birmingham New Street the line is blocked.
Attachment
Last Updated: 04/10/2025 18:49
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21:34 | Birmingham New Street | Cancelled | |
21:41 | Smethwick Galton Bdg | Cancelled | |
21:53 | Wolverhampton | Cancelled | |
Subsequent Stations
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22:02 | Penkridge | Cancelled | |
22:10 | Stafford | Cancelled | |
22:32 | Crewe | Cancelled | |
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21:57 Wolverhampton from Birmingham New Street
(operated by West Midlands Trains)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
21:37
21:57
Wolverhampton
21:57
22:13
Problems
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21:37 | Birmingham New Street | 21:57 | |||
21:57 | Wolverhampton | 22:13 | 1 | ||
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22:04 | Bilbrook | 22:19 | |||
22:06 | Codsall | 22:21 | |||
22:11 | Albrighton | 22:26 | |||
22:15 | Cosford | 22:30 | |||
22:19 | Shifnal | 22:34 | |||
22:25 | Telford Central | 22:40 | |||
22:27 | Oakengates | 22:42 | |||
22:33 | Wellington Shropshire | 22:47 | |||
22:46 | Shrewsbury | 22:59 | |||
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22:07 Wolverhampton from Walsall
(operated by West Midlands Trains)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
21:41
On Time
Wolverhampton
22:07
On Time
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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21:07 | Walsall | On Time | |||
21:11 | Bescot Stadium | 21:13 | |||
21:14 | Tame Bridge Parkway | On Time | |||
21:18 | Hamstead | On Time | |||
21:21 | Perry Barr | On Time | |||
21:23 | Witton | On Time | |||
21:27 | Aston | On Time | |||
21:29 | Duddeston | On Time | |||
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21:41 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | ||
21:47 | Smethwick Rolfe Street | On Time | |||
21:50 | Smethwick Galton Bdg | On Time | |||
21:53 | Sandwell & Dudley | On Time | |||
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21:57 | Dudley Port | On Time | ||
21:59 | Tipton | On Time | |||
22:02 | Coseley | On Time | |||
22:07 | Wolverhampton | On Time | 5 | ||
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22:10 Wolverhampton from Birmingham New Street
(operated by West Midlands Trains)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
21:52
22:11
Wolverhampton
22:10
22:28
Problems
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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21:52 | Birmingham New Street | 22:11 | |||
21:59 | Smethwick Galton Bdg | 22:18 | |||
22:10 | Wolverhampton | 22:28 | 1 | ||
Subsequent Stations
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22:25 | Shifnal | 22:41 | |||
22:31 | Telford Central | 22:46 | |||
22:39 | Wellington Shropshire | 22:53 | |||
22:53 | Shrewsbury | 23:06 | |||
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22:17 Wolverhampton from Bournemouth
(operated by CrossCountry)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:01
On Time
Wolverhampton
22:17
On Time
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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18:45 | Bournemouth | 18:54 | |||
19:15 | Southampton Central | 19:22 | |||
19:23 | Southampton Airport Parkwy | 19:32 | |||
19:32 | Winchester | 19:41 | |||
19:50 | Basingstoke | 19:59 | |||
20:15 | Reading | 20:22 | |||
20:40 | Oxford | 20:50 | |||
20:58 | Banbury | 21:09 | |||
21:16 | Leamington Spa | 21:27 | |||
21:30 | Coventry | 21:40 | |||
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21:41 | Birmingham International | 21:50 | ||
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22:01 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | |||
22:17 | Wolverhampton | On Time | 1 | ||
Subsequent Stations | |||||
22:31 | Stafford | On Time | |||
23:06 | Wilmslow | On Time | |||
23:31 | Manchester Piccadilly | On Time | |||
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22:37 Wolverhampton from Walsall
(operated by West Midlands Trains)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:11
On Time
Wolverhampton
22:37
On Time
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
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21:37 | Walsall | On Time | |||
21:41 | Bescot Stadium | On Time | |||
21:44 | Tame Bridge Parkway | On Time | |||
21:48 | Hamstead | On Time | |||
21:51 | Perry Barr | On Time | |||
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21:53 | Witton | On Time | ||
21:57 | Aston | On Time | |||
21:59 | Duddeston | On Time | |||
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22:11 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | |||
22:17 | Smethwick Rolfe Street | On Time | |||
22:20 | Smethwick Galton Bdg | On Time | |||
22:23 | Sandwell & Dudley | On Time | |||
22:27 | Dudley Port | On Time | |||
22:29 | Tipton | On Time | |||
22:32 | Coseley | On Time | |||
22:37 | Wolverhampton | On Time | 5 | ||
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22:40 Wolverhampton from London Euston
(operated by Avanti West Coast)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:19
On Time
Wolverhampton
22:40
On Time
Problems
This train may be affected by the following route problems
Cancellations to services between Crewe and Warrington Bank Quay
Due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Crewe and Warrington Bank Quay the line towards Warrington Bank Quay is blocked.
Transport for Wales / Northern between Chester and Warrington in both directions
Transport for Wales between Manchester Piccadilly and Crewe in both directions
London North Eastern Railway between London Kings Cross and Edinburgh.
Cross Country between Birmingham New St and Edinburgh.
Transpennine Express between Preston and Glasgow Central/Edinburgh in both directions
Merseyrail between Liverpool Lime Street and Chester in both directions
If your journey's delayed 15 minutes or more, you can claim compensation at delayrepay.avantiwestcoast.co.uk.
If your train is cancelled, your ticket is valid on one of the two Avanti West Coast services immediately before your booked train, or one of the two immediately after.
If you no longer wish to travel because your train's delayed or cancelled, you can request a full refund from where you bought your ticket.
Disruption may also be affecting other train companies. Check the status of all routes and operators online here.
Impact
Train services running through these stations may be cancelled or delayed by up to 60 minutes. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.Customer Advice
You can use your ticket on the following train companies at no extra cost: Transport for Wales / Northern between Chester and Warrington in both directions
Transport for Wales between Manchester Piccadilly and Crewe in both directions
London North Eastern Railway between London Kings Cross and Edinburgh.
Cross Country between Birmingham New St and Edinburgh.
Transpennine Express between Preston and Glasgow Central/Edinburgh in both directions
Merseyrail between Liverpool Lime Street and Chester in both directions
Additional Facilities Information
Additional Information
We're really sorry if this affects you and your journey today.If your journey's delayed 15 minutes or more, you can claim compensation at delayrepay.avantiwestcoast.co.uk.
If your train is cancelled, your ticket is valid on one of the two Avanti West Coast services immediately before your booked train, or one of the two immediately after.
If you no longer wish to travel because your train's delayed or cancelled, you can request a full refund from where you bought your ticket.
Disruption may also be affecting other train companies. Check the status of all routes and operators online here.
Customer Information
Further Information
Attachment
Last Updated: 04/10/2025 18:53
Due | Station | Status |
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Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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20:25 | London Euston | On Time | |||
20:41 | Watford Junction | 20:45 | |||
21:14 | Milton Keynes Central | 21:17 | |||
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21:37 | Rugby | 21:43 | ||
21:49 | Coventry | 21:57 | |||
22:00 | Birmingham International | 22:06 | |||
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22:19 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | |||
22:28 | Sandwell & Dudley | On Time | |||
22:40 | Wolverhampton | On Time | 1 | ||
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22:46 Wolverhampton from Birmingham New Street
(operated by CrossCountry)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:30
On Time
Wolverhampton
22:46
On Time
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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22:30 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | |||
22:46 | Wolverhampton | On Time | 2 | ||
Subsequent Stations | |||||
23:03 | Stafford | On Time | |||
23:58 | Manchester Piccadilly | On Time | |||
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22:52 Wolverhampton from Birmingham New Street
(operated by West Midlands Trains)
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:33
On Time
Wolverhampton
22:52
On Time
Problems
This train may be affected by the following route problems
Cancellations to services between Wolverhampton and Crewe
Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption between Wolverhampton and Crewe fewer trains are able to run on the line.
Replacement road transport services are accepting passengers between Wolverhampton and Stafford in both directions until further notice.
What's happened?
Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption, there are many additional cancellations between Wolverhampton and Crewe.
A replacement bus service has been requested, however due to the widespread network disruption owing to the severe weather overmight. Coach availability is very limited.
Our transport provider is currently working on solutions to be able to provide a replacement road transport service. An update will be provided when more informations becomes available.
How long will this last?
* We expect the problem to be fixed by 20:00
Updates from our Control Team:
<# Newest updates at the top #>
> 15:30 - Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption, there are many additional cancellations between Wolverhampton and Crewe.
A replacement bus service has been requested, however due to the widespread network disruption owing to the severe weather overmight. Coach availability is very limited.
Our transport provider is currently working on solutions to be able to provide a replacement road transport service. An update will be provided when more informations becomes available.
Impact
Train services running through these stations may be cancelled or delayed. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.Customer Advice
Please use the Live Departure & Arrival Boards or National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to see your journey options.Replacement road transport services are accepting passengers between Wolverhampton and Stafford in both directions until further notice.
Additional Facilities Information
Additional Information
Customer Information
Further Information
An update will follow within the next 6 hours.What's happened?
Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption, there are many additional cancellations between Wolverhampton and Crewe.
A replacement bus service has been requested, however due to the widespread network disruption owing to the severe weather overmight. Coach availability is very limited.
Our transport provider is currently working on solutions to be able to provide a replacement road transport service. An update will be provided when more informations becomes available.
How long will this last?
* We expect the problem to be fixed by 20:00
Updates from our Control Team:
<# Newest updates at the top #>
> 15:30 - Due to trains being displaced following earlier disruption, there are many additional cancellations between Wolverhampton and Crewe.
A replacement bus service has been requested, however due to the widespread network disruption owing to the severe weather overmight. Coach availability is very limited.
Our transport provider is currently working on solutions to be able to provide a replacement road transport service. An update will be provided when more informations becomes available.
Attachment
Last Updated: 04/10/2025 18:50
Due | Station | Status |
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Cancellations to services between Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe
Due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe all lines are blocked.
Rail Replacement (supplied via Stagecoach) are accepting passengers between Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Rail Replacement (supplied via Stagecoach) are accepting passengers between Stafford and Wolverhampton in both directions until further notice.
Northern are accepting passengers between Stoke-On-Trent and Crewe in both directions until further notice.
Merseyrail are accepting passengers between Liverpool South Pw Hl and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Avanti West Coast are accepting passengers between Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Option 1: Check if a rail journey is currently possible...
Use the National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to check if a journey by rail is currently possible, including via other operators, on the route.
Just so you know:
* We may be able to divert some trains around the affected area, between Crewe and Stafford.
* We share much of this route with Avanti West Coast, but there main stations are Wolverhampton, Stafford, Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street. You can use their services where available, but they are likely to be impacted by this disruption as well.
* Currently, there are no changes to our peak time ticket restrictions.
Option 2: Travel on another route:
((
* You can plan a route on local buses with the Rail Alternatives Journey Planner.
* If you chose to drive your car and park at a station on one of the routes below because of this disruption, your rail ticket will be valid to travel back to the same station later in the day to collect your car. ))
Your ticket can be used, at no extra cost, with the following operators:
Avanti West Coast:
* Crewe - Chester.
Transport for Wales:
* Crewe and Chester.
Merseyrail:
* Chester - Liverpool Lime Street/Liverpool South Parkway.
East Midlands Trains:
* Stoke on Trent - Kidsgrove - Alsager - Crewe.
* Liverpool Lime Street - Liverpool South Parkway
Northern Rail:
* Liverpool Lime Street - Liverpool South Parkway
Option 3: Emergency Rail Replacement Transport...
We have requested road transport to shuttle between Liverpool and and Crewe. Crewe and Wolverhampton
Option 4: Consider travelling later...
You might want to consider postponing your journey until our service returns to normal.
What's happened?
Due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe, the line is blocked.
Investigative works have concluded and overhead line damage has been classed as severe. Trains between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street will remain suspended until the end of the day.
Replacement road transport will remain in place until the end of the day.
How long will this last?
* We expect the problem to be fixed by the end of the day.
Updates from our Control Team:
<# Newest updates at the top #>
> 12:25 - Investigative works have concluded and overhead line damage has been class as severe. Trains between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street will remain suspended until the end of the day. Replacement road transport will remain in place until the end of the day.
> 10:40 - trains can now run between Birmingham New Street and Crewe. Replacement road transport remains in place between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street.
> 09:45 - vegetation impeding fault investigation work has now been cleared allowing fault finding and rectification work to continue.
> 08:40 - no further updates available at present. Updates will be provided as they become available.
> 07:40 - Inspections of the overhead line equipment continue, however weather conditions (wind) is hindering this process.
> 06:40 - Replacement road transport has been ordered to operate between Wolverhampton and Stafford, and Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street.
> 06:37 - Network Rail maintenance teams are en route to site.
> 06:21 - due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Birmingham New Street the line is blocked.
Impact
Train services running to and from these stations will be cancelled. Disruption is expected until the end of the day.Customer Advice
Please use the Live Departure & Arrival Boards or National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to see your journey options.Rail Replacement (supplied via Stagecoach) are accepting passengers between Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Rail Replacement (supplied via Stagecoach) are accepting passengers between Stafford and Wolverhampton in both directions until further notice.
Northern are accepting passengers between Stoke-On-Trent and Crewe in both directions until further notice.
Merseyrail are accepting passengers between Liverpool South Pw Hl and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Avanti West Coast are accepting passengers between Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street in both directions until further notice.
Additional Facilities Information
Additional Information
<# Passenger Options - Wolverhampton to Liverpool (via Crewe) #>Option 1: Check if a rail journey is currently possible...
Use the National Rail Enquiries real-time journey planner to check if a journey by rail is currently possible, including via other operators, on the route.
Just so you know:
* We may be able to divert some trains around the affected area, between Crewe and Stafford.
* We share much of this route with Avanti West Coast, but there main stations are Wolverhampton, Stafford, Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street. You can use their services where available, but they are likely to be impacted by this disruption as well.
* Currently, there are no changes to our peak time ticket restrictions.
Option 2: Travel on another route:
((
* You can plan a route on local buses with the Rail Alternatives Journey Planner.
* If you chose to drive your car and park at a station on one of the routes below because of this disruption, your rail ticket will be valid to travel back to the same station later in the day to collect your car. ))
Your ticket can be used, at no extra cost, with the following operators:
Avanti West Coast:
* Crewe - Chester.
Transport for Wales:
* Crewe and Chester.
Merseyrail:
* Chester - Liverpool Lime Street/Liverpool South Parkway.
East Midlands Trains:
* Stoke on Trent - Kidsgrove - Alsager - Crewe.
* Liverpool Lime Street - Liverpool South Parkway
Northern Rail:
* Liverpool Lime Street - Liverpool South Parkway
Option 3: Emergency Rail Replacement Transport...
We have requested road transport to shuttle between Liverpool and and Crewe. Crewe and Wolverhampton
Option 4: Consider travelling later...
You might want to consider postponing your journey until our service returns to normal.
Customer Information
Further Information
An update will follow within the next 10 hours.What's happened?
Due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Crewe, the line is blocked.
Investigative works have concluded and overhead line damage has been classed as severe. Trains between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street will remain suspended until the end of the day.
Replacement road transport will remain in place until the end of the day.
How long will this last?
* We expect the problem to be fixed by the end of the day.
Updates from our Control Team:
<# Newest updates at the top #>
> 12:25 - Investigative works have concluded and overhead line damage has been class as severe. Trains between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street will remain suspended until the end of the day. Replacement road transport will remain in place until the end of the day.
> 10:40 - trains can now run between Birmingham New Street and Crewe. Replacement road transport remains in place between Crewe & Liverpool Lime Street.
> 09:45 - vegetation impeding fault investigation work has now been cleared allowing fault finding and rectification work to continue.
> 08:40 - no further updates available at present. Updates will be provided as they become available.
> 07:40 - Inspections of the overhead line equipment continue, however weather conditions (wind) is hindering this process.
> 06:40 - Replacement road transport has been ordered to operate between Wolverhampton and Stafford, and Crewe and Liverpool Lime Street.
> 06:37 - Network Rail maintenance teams are en route to site.
> 06:21 - due to damage to the overhead electric wires between Liverpool Lime Street and Birmingham New Street the line is blocked.
Attachment
Last Updated: 04/10/2025 18:49
Due | Station | Status |
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Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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22:33 | Birmingham New Street | On Time | |||
22:40 | Smethwick Galton Bdg | On Time | |||
22:52 | Wolverhampton | On Time | 1 | ||
Subsequent Stations | |||||
23:01 | Penkridge | On Time | |||
23:09 | Stafford | On Time | |||
23:30 | Crewe | On Time | |||
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22:56 Wolverhampton from Birmingham New Street
Due
Exp
Birmingham New Street
22:37
22:51
Wolverhampton
22:56
23:07
Problems
This service has been delayed by a train hitting an obstruction on the line
Due | Station | Expected | Platform | ||
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22:37 | Birmingham New Street | 22:51 | |||
22:45 | Sandwell & Dudley | 22:59 | |||
22:56 | Wolverhampton | 23:07 | 2 | ||
Subsequent Stations
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23:13 | Telford Central | 23:23 | |||
23:20 | Wellington (Shropshire) | 23:29 | |||
23:35 | Shrewsbury | 23:41 | |||
23:46 | Yorton | 23:51 | |||
23:50 | Wem | 23:55 | |||
23:55 | Prees | On Time | |||
00:01 | Whitchurch (Shropshire) | 00:06 | |||
00:07 | Wrenbury | 00:12 | |||
00:12 | Nantwich | 00:17 | |||
00:21 | Crewe | 00:25 | |||
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