Summary
Train journeys between Glasgow and London are disrupted because a tree fell and damaged overhead power lines in southern Scotland. Services are blocked between Lockerbie and Carstairs, and delays are expected until the afternoon. Passengers can use alternative routes or get a refund if they choose not to travel.
Key Facts
- A fallen tree damaged overhead electric lines near Beattock, affecting trains between Glasgow and London.
- All lines are blocked between Lockerbie and Carstairs, causing delays or cancellations.
- Avanti West Coast says services may resume by about 11:30.
- Some Glasgow train services now start from Preston, causing several hours of delay.
- Passengers can use other train routes at no extra cost, including TransPennine Express, CrossCountry, Northern, ScotRail, and LNER.
- ScotRail tickets are accepted on Stagecoach buses between Aberdeen and Inverurie due to a similar issue.
- Delayed trains south of Preston can take an additional two hours to reach their destination.
- Passengers can get compensation or a refund if their train is delayed or cancelled.
