Signal Issues Trigger Severe Disruption at Leeds Train Station

Major chaos hit Leeds Train Station after a major signalling system fault halted all rail lines, causing widespread delays and cancellations across LNER, Northern, TransPennine Express, and CrossCountry services.

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Nov 30, 2025 - 20:32

Signal Issues Trigger Severe Disruption at Leeds Train Station

Major disruption in Leeds has been reported across several rail networks after "problems with the signals" halted train lines.

CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway and Northern services have all been halted at Leeds due to problems with the signals. According to TransPennine Express - whose lines have also been affected - Train services running through Leeds station have been cancelled or delayed, which was reported earlier this morning (November 30).

Meanwhile, passengers stuck at the station have told YorkshireLive that members of the public have been stopped from entering the station beyond the gates.

TransPennine Express currently reads: "Due to a fault with the signalling system at Leeds, all lines are blocked."

"There is a fault with the signalling system at Leeds, all lines between Manchester Victoria and York via Leeds will be closed. TransPennine Express services WILL NOT operate on the following routes between Manchester Victoria and York via Leeds on 30/11/2025 and Manchester Victoria to Scarborough, in both directions."

We will be bringing you all the latest updates on this developing news story. Keep checking here to read them.

The latest update from LNER, posted to 'X' read: "We are experiencing major disruption across the LNER route due a person being hit by a train between #Edinburgh and #BerwickUponTweed, and a fault with the signalling system at #Leeds."

How to check your journey

The most up-to-date information can be found by searching for specific service information using official channels.

National Rail: Use the National Rail Status and Disruptions page or their Live Trains feature to check real-time departures and arrivals.

LNER: Check updates on the LNER Travel Information page or the live departures board.

Northern Rail: Visit the Northern Rail Service Updates page for specific information on their routes.

TransPennine Express: Check for the latest service information on the TransPennine Express Travel Updates page.

What we know so far

There have been major disruptions and delays at Leeds Station today due to a power outage that caused a fault with the signalling system.

Rail users are being advised not to travel if possible, as many services are cancelled, delayed, or revised.

Current Impact

Do Not Travel Advised: Multiple operators, including Northern and LNER, have advised customers to avoid travelling today.

Widespread Disruptions: The fault is impacting all services running through the station, affecting routes to/from London King's Cross, Bradford, Sheffield, Manchester, and others.

Delay Repay: If your journey is delayed by 15 minutes or more, you may be eligible for compensation. You should hold onto your tickets and contact the relevant train operator for information on claiming via the Delay Repay scheme