Derailed freight train causes services between Preston and Glasgow to be reduced

By Emma Downey
Published 30th May 2024, 07:57 BST
Updated 30th May 2024, 08:18 BST
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There will be a reduced train service operating today between Preston and Glasgow/Edinburgh due to a derailed freight train.

Avanti Coast has issued an update to passengers wishing to travel between the two that trains before midday will be busier than usual.

There will be a reduced train service operating today between Preston and Glasgow/Edinburgh due to a derailed freight train.There will be a reduced train service operating today between Preston and Glasgow/Edinburgh due to a derailed freight train.
There will be a reduced train service operating today between Preston and Glasgow/Edinburgh due to a derailed freight train. | Getty

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They said: ”Following a derailed freight train, we will be running a reduced service between Preston and Glasgow/Edinburgh. “Trains before midday are expected to be busier than usual, please travel after midday where possible.” Passengers can check their journey HERE.

Related topics:PrestonGlasgowTrainsEdinburgh

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