Northern Trains issues ‘do not travel’ warning for several routes around Greater Manchester- full details

The warning is a result of a shortage of train crew across the North West region. Several of the ‘do not travel’ route warnings are for services around Greater Manchester. 

There are many services cancelled around the region, with services in and out of Victoria heavily impacted. A full summary of the cancelled routes can be found on the Northern website. 

Northern are keeping customers updated through their social media platforms. They issued a lengthy statement last night (August 24) outlining which routes are impacted by the train crew shortage. 

The social media statement reads: “Due to a shortage of train crew on Sunday there will be some routes in the North West where we will be unable to run a train service or provide alternative transport therefore we are advising NOT TO TRAVEL on the following routes on Sunday  

• • Wigan - Blackpool North 
• • Manchester Victoria - Clitheroe 
• • Wigan North Western - Stalybridge 
• • Southport - Manchester Victoria 
• • Blackburn - Manchester Victoria via Todmorden 
• • Manchester Victoria - Chester  

“Additionally the Cumbrian Coast line between Lancaster and Carlisle is expected to have a reduced service running. There may be further short notice cancellations on the day. We strongly advise to check ahead and re-check before travelling.”