For more detailed information on specific journeys, you can also use our Journey Planner

We do try to avoid reducing services whenever possible and apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Any lines that have been affected or any train times that have been altered are listed below:
Chester line:

  • Services are currently running as scheduled

Ellesmere Port line:

  • Services are currently running as scheduled.

New Brighton line:

  • Services are currently running as scheduled.

West Kirby line:

  • Services are currently running as scheduled.

Southport line:

  • Services are currently running as scheduled.

Hunts Cross line:

  • Services are currently running as scheduled.

Ormskirk Line:

  • Services are currently running as scheduled

Headbolt Lane via Kirkby line:

  • Services are currently running as scheduled


Our passenger charter sets out any compensation you may be entitled to. More information can be found here - Refunds & Compensation
On some occasions, Merseyrail trains will run as semi-fast services to help restore a disrupted timetable. This means that trains will run directly between two appointed stations, not stopping at stations in between. For more information, please follow the link - Semi-Fast Train Information
For journey information, please check the Merseyrail Journey Planner on the day of your journey or follow @merseyrail on Twitter