TPE issues advice ahead of Storm Goretti
TransPennine Express (TPE) is advising customers that they cannot travel between Manchester and Sheffield from 6pm on Thursday 8 January until Saturday 10 January, as the railway line will be closed ahead of Storm Goretti, which is forecast to bring heavy snowfall across the North of England and Scotland.
Passengers cannot travel between Manchester and Sheffield during this closure.
Services between Liverpool Lime Street and Cleethorpes will operate only between the following stations, in both directions: Liverpool Lime Street – Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield – Cleethorpes.
For all other routes across the TPE network, customers are strongly advised to check travel updates in advance and be prepared for disruption, including possible delays and cancellations.
Customers holding tickets for journeys on the affected route can defer their travel at no extra cost. Tickets may be used to travel earlier on Thursday 8 January, or on any service up to and including Monday 12 January 2026.
TPE tickets may also be used between Manchester and Sheffield on East Midlands Railway (EMR) and Northern services at no extra cost.
Alternatively, customers may request a full refund at: tpexpress.co.uk/help/refunds
Andrew McClements, Customer Experience & Transformation Director at TransPennine Express, said: “Our top priority is the safety of our customers and colleagues.
“In line with other operators, customers cannot travel between Manchester and Sheffield from 6pm on Thursday 8 January until Saturday 10 January due to severe weather warnings.
“We strongly urge anyone planning to travel on Thursday evening or Friday to reconsider their plans and follow the guidance provided.
“Customers travelling on other parts of our network should check the latest updates and be prepared for disruption, including possible cancellations.”
Passengers are advised to check the latest travel information at tpexpress.co.uk/travel-updates or visit nationalrail.co.uk before making their journey.