Delays and cancellations on railway lines in Leeds after train breaks down in Shipley

Disruption has been felt by rail commuters this morning in Leeds after a train broke down at a key station.

A train has broken down at Shipley station this morning (Friday) blocking some lines and causing delays and cancellations for those using LNER and Northern services.

Disruption has been faced this morning by those commuting from Leeds City Station after an incident at Shipley.placeholder image
Disruption has been faced this morning by those commuting from Leeds City Station after an incident at Shipley. | National World

The incident affects those travelling from Leeds to Bradford, Shipley, Skipton, Lancaster, Ilkley, Skipton and Carlisle.

Disruption is expected until 9.30am.

Disruption has been faced this morning by those commuting from Leeds City Station after an incident at Shipley.placeholder image
Disruption has been faced this morning by those commuting from Leeds City Station after an incident at Shipley. | National World

A spokesperson for Northern has said: “Ticket restrictions have been lifted during this disruption.

“Road transport has been requested, we are awaiting an update and more information will follow once this has been confirmed.

“Journey times will be extended whilst travelling by road transport.”

Check before you travel

You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.

For advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, use the Rail Replacement Services page.

You can find the pick-up and set-down location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.

Compensation

You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Customers are advised to keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.

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