Train services on the main west coast route were suspended during the morning rush hour on Monday, 12 October, after a person was found dead on the tracks in Lancashire.
British Transport Police (BTP) officers were called to Leyland railway station just before 07:00 BST following reports of a casualty on the tracks. Paramedics also attended, and the person was pronounced dead at the scene.
Avanti West Coast confirmed that all lines between Preston and Wigan North Western were closed due to emergency services managing an incident. Avanti later stated that all lines had re-opened, but residual delays and some alterations were expected. Transpennine Express also indicated that disruption was expected until 10:30 BST.
A BTP spokesman confirmed the incident is not being treated as suspicious, and a file will be prepared for the coroner.