Northern Line Route & Timetable Changes

As the roll out of the new fleet enters its final phase, customers will begin to see eight-car services on the Southport line.

This means, from Sunday 25 August, there will be some temporary changes to Northern line routes with train times slightly amended. These changes will ensure there is sufficient capacity to carry customers during the transition process.

Southport Line

Southport line services will start and terminate at Liverpool Central. The all-day 15-minute service between Liverpool Central and Southport will remain in place. Customers travelling on the Southport line between Southport and Hunts Cross should change trains at Liverpool Central.

Ormskirk Line

Ormskirk line services will call at all stations to Hunts Cross. Trains from Hunts Cross will call at all stations to Ormskirk. All services between Ormskirk and Hunts Cross will run at a 15-minute frequency during the day, and 30-minute frequency in the evening and all day on Sundays.

Planned Cancellations

Due to the timetable changes there has been changes made to the planned cancellations that allow testing and training for the new fleet of trains, you can find more information here.

Please note: Headbolt Lane line services will be unaffected.

Customers can check their train times below.