Edinburgh railway updates: Train passengers are facing travel chaos due to flooding. Details here

Edinburgh railway travellers are facing chaos in Scotland’s capital city as the busy cross-country route is closed due to heavy rainfall for the rest of the day. The commutation on the railway route connecting Newcastle and Edinburgh is disrupted.

The London North Eastern Railway (LNER) has also advised commuters to avoid their travel through that route. LNER informs them that the rail services connecting Newcastle and Edinburgh are cancelled due to flooding. And the heavy rainfalls are a bit chaotic, causing travel restrictions in the eastern parts of Scotland. The CrossCountry trains have also conveyed the public leveraging social media platforms.

LNER mentioned that the coaches would run, but the frequency could be much higher. If the commuters decide not to travel, the LNER will fully refund the ticket amount. Also, the Network Rail is taking measures and working hard to re-open the line between Newcastle and Edinburgh.

Only one railway line is in operation for the travel of passengers. A few posts are shared by the Network Railway and are evidence that flooding is the primary reason for the delays in the route. In the eastern region of Scotland, the water is spewing out and overflowing the drains.

One passenger has filmed their train journey from Edinburgh to King’s Cross. It is evident that the water has covered the rail tracks and is wading slowly toward the destination. So, it is recommending avoiding planning travel through this route.

FAQs:

1. What is LNER?
   London North Eastern Railway.
2. Where is Edinburgh?
   Scotland.
3. Why is travel chaotic in Edinburgh?
   Due to flooding.