Trains running between Chester and Runcorn / Runcorn East may be delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised
Trains running between Chester and Runcorn / Runcorn East may be delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised, from about 09:00. Trains between Chester and Runcorn were cancelled or cut short until the first train got through at 12:14.
What Happened
- First cancellation from Chester.
- Trains running between Chester and Runcorn / Runcorn East may be delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised.
- First train through reached Runcorn.
“Trains running between Chester and Runcorn / Runcorn East may be delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised. Latest information can be found in the Disruptions area of the National Rail website.”
Source: National Rail
Trains Affected
| Booked | Train | What Happened |
|---|---|---|
| 08:43 | Chester → Runcorn | Terminated Short |
| 09:07 | Runcorn → Chester | Cancelled |
| 10:06 | Runcorn → Chester | Cancelled |
| 10:43 | Chester → Runcorn | 26 min late, arrived 11:35 |
| 11:06 | Runcorn → Chester | Cancelled |
| 11:43 | Chester → Runcorn | Ran, arrived 12:14 |
Can I Claim?
Yes, if you arrived 15+ minutes late. Transport for Wales pays 25% of your single fare for 15 to 29 minutes, 50% for 30 to 59, and 100% for 60 or more. It counts even if you went another way or waited for a later train: the delay is measured against the train you meant to catch. You have 28 days.
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Questions
What happened to Chester to Runcorn trains on Monday 26 October 2026?
Trains running between Chester and Runcorn / Runcorn East may be delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised, from about 09:00. Trains between Chester and Runcorn were cancelled or cut short until the first train got through at 12:14.
How much Delay Repay can I get?
Transport for Wales pays 25% of your single fare for 15 to 29 minutes, 50% for 30 to 59, and 100% for 60 or more. Railhop finds your train and works out the amount for your ticket.
When is the last day to claim?
You have 28 days from the day you travelled, so claim by Monday 23 November 2026.
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