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Trains between York and Darlington are facing major disruption after a person was hit by a train.
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) said trains are unable to travel between York and Darlington this morning (Wednesday, October 7).
Services on the East Coast Main Line may be delayed, altered or cancelled at short notice, with disruption expected to continue until the end of the day.
In an update issued shortly before 8.40am, LNER said: “Trains are unable to travel between York & Darlington due to a person being hit by a train.
⚠️#LNERUpdate: Trains are unable to travel between #York & #Darlington due to a person being hit by a train. Services may be delayed, altered or cancelled at short notice. This disruption is expected until the end of the day. We apologise for the inconvenience.
— London North Eastern Railway (@LNER) October 7, 2026
“Services may be delayed, altered or cancelled at short notice.
“This disruption is expected until the end of the day. We apologise for the inconvenience.”
Passengers are being urged to check their journeys before travelling.
LNER said it would continue to provide updates as further information becomes available.
The operator also highlighted support available to anyone affected by the incident.
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It said: “LNER works closely with The Samaritans and The Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM).
“If you or someone close to you has been affected by this incident or any other, there is always someone to talk to.”
The Samaritans can be contacted free of charge at any time on 116 123.