Trains are unable to call at Sandwell & Dudley due to an earlier incident
Trains are unable to call at Sandwell & Dudley due to an earlier incident, affecting trains between Wolverhampton and Birmingham New Street, from about 09:20. Trains between Wolverhampton and Birmingham New Street were cancelled or cut short until the first train got through at 11:03.
What Happened
- First cancellation from Sandwell & Dudley.
- Trains are unable to call at Sandwell & Dudley due to an earlier incident.
- First train through reached Sandwell & Dudley.
“Trains are unable to call at Sandwell & Dudley due to an earlier incident. You can use your Transport for Wales ticket at no extra cost on West Midlands Railway services between Shrewsbury and Birmingham New Street in both directions until 18:00.”
Source: National Rail
Trains Affected
| Booked | Train | What Happened |
|---|---|---|
| 08:57 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 09:12 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 09:17 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 09:23 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 09:33 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 10:06 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 10:12 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 10:17 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 10:23 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 10:30 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 10:33 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 11:12 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 11:17 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 11:21 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 11:26 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 11:30 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 11:33 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 11:56 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 12:17 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 12:21 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 12:23 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 12:30 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 12:33 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
| 12:56 | Sandwell & Dudley | Cancelled |
Can I Claim?
Yes, if you arrived 15+ minutes late. West Midlands Trains 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 Wolverhampton to Birmingham New Street trains on Sunday 1 November 2026?
Trains are unable to call at Sandwell & Dudley due to an earlier incident, affecting trains between Wolverhampton and Birmingham New Street, from about 09:20. Trains between Wolverhampton and Birmingham New Street were cancelled or cut short until the first train got through at 11:03.
How much Delay Repay can I get?
West Midlands Trains 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 Sunday 29 November 2026.
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