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Trains running between Motherwell / Holytown and Newton may be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised

Trains running between Motherwell / Holytown and Newton may be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised, from about 13:55. Trains between Motherwell and Newton were cancelled or cut short until the first train got through at 15:15.

What Happened

  1. First cancellation from Newton.
  2. Trains running between Motherwell / Holytown and Newton may be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised.
  3. First train through reached Motherwell.

“Trains running between Motherwell / Holytown and Newton may be cancelled, 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

BookedTrainWhat Happened
13:45Newton → MotherwellCancelled
14:15Newton → MotherwellCancelled
14:17Motherwell → NewtonCancelled
14:45Newton → MotherwellCancelled
15:13Newton → MotherwellCancelled
15:17Motherwell → NewtonCancelled
15:43Newton → MotherwellCancelled
15:47Motherwell → NewtonCancelled
16:15Newton → MotherwellRan, arrived 16:35

Can I Claim?

Yes, if you arrived 30+ minutes late. ScotRail pays 50% of your single fare for 30 to 59 minutes, 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 Motherwell to Newton trains on Monday 26 October 2026?

Trains running between Motherwell / Holytown and Newton may be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised, from about 13:55. Trains between Motherwell and Newton were cancelled or cut short until the first train got through at 15:15.

How much Delay Repay can I get?

ScotRail pays 50% of your single fare for 30 to 59 minutes, 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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