No Trains will Run on WestCoast Main Line Between Carlisle and Preston on Tuesday

WestCoast Mainline will remain Closed Throughout Tuesday as work to clear the train  following the derailment near Shap in Cumbria early this morning. 

The train involved was travelling from Glasgow Central to London Euston when the driver reported hitting an object, causing the front carriage to derail at around 6.10am. 

Fortunately, no passengers were hurt in the incident, and all were evacuated from the train to a nearby hotel and then sent by road to their destinations.

Network Rail engineers are working with the Rail Accident Investigation Branch (RAIB) to determine the cause of the derailment. It followed a suspected landslip that occurred in the area.

The derailment has blocked the opposite line, and, while teams are working hard to reopen the railway, no trains will run between Preston and Carlisle throughout tomorrow (Tuesday 4 November).

Phil James, North West Route Director for Network Rail, said: 

“We want to thank passengers for their patience while we have investigated this extremely complex incident. 

“Now that the RAIB staff have finished their investigation our team can begin the work of reopening the railway. We will need to move the train before we begin the repair work necessary to get services moving safely as soon as possible. 

“This incident will continue to cause disruption for the rest of the day and we’re urging passengers to check with their train operator or National Rail Enquiries for the latest information."

For up-to-date travel information and detail on alternative travel please check www.nationalrail.co.uk.