Trains running through Sandhills may be delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised
Trains running through Sandhills may be delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised, from about 16:35. Trains at Sandhills were cancelled or cut short until the first train got through at 17:30. 1 train arrived 30 or more minutes late.
What Happened
- First cancellation from Sandhills.
- Trains running through Sandhills may be delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised.
- First train through reached Sandhills.
“Trains running through Sandhills may be delayed by up to 30 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 16:10 | Sandhills | 27 min late, arrived 16:37 |
| 16:12 | Sandhills | 20 min late, arrived 16:32 |
| 16:17 | Sandhills | 26 min late, arrived 16:42 |
| 16:20 | Sandhills | Cancelled |
| 16:25 | Sandhills | 26 min late, arrived 16:51 |
| 16:27 | Sandhills | Cancelled |
| 16:32 | Sandhills | 25 min late, arrived 16:56 |
| 16:35 | Sandhills | 27 min late, arrived 17:01 |
| 16:36 | Sandhills | 20 min late, arrived 16:54 |
| 16:40 | Sandhills | Cancelled |
| 16:42 | Sandhills | 16 min late, arrived 16:58 |
| 16:45 | Sandhills | Cancelled |
| 16:47 | Sandhills | 20 min late, arrived 17:06 |
| 16:50 | Sandhills | 22 min late, arrived 17:11 |
| 16:51 | Sandhills | 15 min late, arrived 17:04 |
| 16:55 | Sandhills | 20 min late, arrived 17:15 |
| 16:57 | Sandhills | Cancelled |
| 17:02 | Sandhills | Cancelled |
| 17:05 | Sandhills | 17 min late, arrived 17:21 |
| 17:10 | Sandhills | Cancelled |
| 17:15 | Sandhills | 23 min late, arrived 17:38 |
| 17:17 | Sandhills | Cancelled |
| 17:20 | Sandhills | 15 min late, arrived 17:34 |
| 17:21 | Sandhills | Cancelled |
Can I Claim?
Yes, if you arrived 30+ minutes late. Merseyrail pays 100% of your single fare for 30 or more minutes. 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.
Questions
What happened to Sandhills trains on Monday 26 October 2026?
Trains running through Sandhills may be delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised, from about 16:35. Trains at Sandhills were cancelled or cut short until the first train got through at 17:30. 1 train arrived 30 or more minutes late.
How much Delay Repay can I get?
Merseyrail pays 100% of your single fare for 30 or more minutes. 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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