Train lines 'severely impacted' as trespassers block busy West Midlands train routes

This evening, West Midlands Railways are warning its passengers that its services in the Birmingham area have been disrupted.

In a social media post, the transport body has said that “trespassers” are causing disruptions to its train lines.

They shared: “Trespassers between Birmingham New Street and International. Services running through the area are severely impacted. Delays, cancellations and alterations to be expected.”

For those in the area, it is essential that you check your route ahead of travel this evening.

These disruptions according to Trainline are expected to continue up until 8pm this evening.

Trainline has said “There are trespassers on the railway between Birmingham International and Birmingham New Street. As a result of this, lines are blocked between these stations and trains may be delayed or disrupted.

CrossCountry has advised its customers that “Services may be diverted via Solihull, not calling at Birmingham International and Coventry.”

Affected routes include:

Avanti West Coast - between London Euston and Birmingham New Street / Wolverhampton / Crewe / Edinburgh.

CrossCountry - between Bournemouth and Manchester Piccadilly.

London Northwestern Railway - between London Euston and Birmingham New Street.

Transport for Wales - between Birmingham International and Chester / Aberystwyth / Machynlleth / Holyhead.

West Midlands Railway - between Birmingham International and Rugeley Trent Valley

We have contacted the British Transport Police for further comment on the matter.