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Trains running between Blackburn and Bolton may be delayed by up to 25 minutes or revised

Trains running between Blackburn and Bolton may be delayed by up to 25 minutes or revised, from about 18:45. Trains between Blackburn and Bolton were cancelled or cut short until the first train got through at 23:07. 2 trains arrived 30 or more minutes late.

What Happened

  1. First cancellation from Blackburn.
  2. Trains running between Blackburn and Bolton may be delayed by up to 25 minutes or revised.
  3. First train through reached Blackburn.

“Trains running between Blackburn and Bolton may be delayed by up to 25 minutes or revised. Latest information can be found in the Disruptions area of the National Rail website.”

Source: National Rail

Trains Affected

BookedTrainWhat Happened
18:49Blackburn → BoltonTerminated Short
19:04Bolton → BlackburnTerminated Short
19:48Blackburn → BoltonCancelled
20:04Bolton → BlackburnCancelled
20:48Blackburn → BoltonCancelled
21:04Bolton → Blackburn80 min late, arrived 22:54
21:48Blackburn → BoltonCancelled
22:04Bolton → Blackburn33 min late, arrived 23:07
22:33Bolton → Blackburn28 min late, arrived 23:31

Can I Claim?

Yes, if you arrived 15+ minutes late. Northern 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 Blackburn to Bolton trains on Friday 30 October 2026?

Trains running between Blackburn and Bolton may be delayed by up to 25 minutes or revised, from about 18:45. Trains between Blackburn and Bolton were cancelled or cut short until the first train got through at 23:07. 2 trains arrived 30 or more minutes late.

How much Delay Repay can I get?

Northern 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 Friday 27 November 2026.

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