Overhead Line Fault Causes Rail Disruption Between Stafford and Wolverhampton
UKPulse Local Desk
An overhead line fault near Penkridge is causing rail disruption on the West Coast Main Line between Stafford and Wolverhampton. Lines have reopened between Stafford and Birmingham New Street, but residual disruption is expected until 16:00 BST.
- A 25,000-volt overhead line fault near Penkridge is affecting services.
- Rail replacement buses are operating at Birmingham, Stafford, and Wolverhampton.
- Lines between Stafford and Birmingham New Street have reopened, with residual disruption expected until 16:00 BST.
Rail passengers are advised to check before travelling due to overhead line problems on the West Coast Main Line in Staffordshire. A fault with the 25,000-volt wires near Penkridge is causing disruption between Stafford and Wolverhampton.
Rail replacement buses are currently in place at Birmingham, Stafford, and Wolverhampton. Network Rail stated that engineers are on site working to fix the issue.
As of 12:00 BST on Saturday, National Rail confirmed that lines have reopened between Stafford and Birmingham New Street. However, residual disruption is still expected until 16:00 BST. Ticket acceptance is available on alternative routes, including the East Coast Main Line and Midland Main Line via Sheffield.
What this means for you: If you are travelling by rail between Stafford and Wolverhampton, you should check National Rail Enquiries before starting your journey. Rail replacement buses are available at Birmingham, Stafford, and Wolverhampton, and ticket acceptance is in place on alternative routes including the East Coast Main Line and Midland Main Line via Sheffield.