Train lines blocked between Birmingham International and Coventry due to 'incident'

The disruption is expected to last until about 10.15am.

Emergency services are attending an incident between Birmingham International and Coventry.

The incident has happened in Berkswell, according to London Northwestern Railway.

Train travel passing through these stations are affected for the time being, and it will include delays of up to 30 minutes.

The disruption is expected to take place until 10.15am today (Sunday, September 13).

On the Trainline App, the incident has been described as a “major disruption”.

The full description on Trainline reads: “The emergency services are dealing with an incident between Birmingham International and Coventry, resulting in all lines being closed.

“Trains running between these stations may therefore be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes or diverted.

“Major disruption is expected until 10:15.”

Typically, Avanti West Coast trains run non-stop between Birmingham International and Coventry.

Emergency services have been contacted for further information about the matter.

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