Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) announced today (January 30) that an overhead line fault near Salford Quays is expected to impact Metrolink services on the Eccles line. The fault was initially reported before the start of service at around 5.37am this morning, with power being restored to the overhead line near Salford Quays at around 2pm this afternoon.
However, Metrolink trams on the Eccles line are resuming normal service following emergency works to repair a damaged overhead line.
Which trams are affected by the Eccles line disruptions?
Until 2pm on January 30, no trams were running between Eccles and Pomona stops, with the Eccles line suspended. Trams were only running from Ashton-under-Lyne to Deansgate-Castlefield only.
Staff are out on the Metrolink network across the city centre and at affected stops on the Eccles line to help passengers get to their destinations safely.
Travel alternatives
Ticket acceptance in place on the 10, 33, 50, 52, 53, 67, 79, 100, 248 and 249 bus services. Simply show the driver your Metrolink ticket or pass when boarding.
To continue your journey by bus, please visit TfGM’s journey planner. Select ‘options’ and check that only the bus icon is highlighted. This feature is also available on the Bee Network app, where you can also find bus tracking information.
Eccles line walking distances
In addition to public transport, several destinations on the Eccles line are easily reached by walking.
No more disruptions: trams have resumed normal service on the Eccles line
Ian Davies, TfGM’s Interim Director for Metrolink, said: “I want to apologise for the disruption that this incident has caused passengers today.
“Specialist engineers have been working hard onsite throughout the day to repair the damaged overhead line as quickly as possible to get the network back up and running.
“Trams are now running between Eccles and Ashton-under-Lyne with minor delays, though services are expected to return to normal as we go into the afternoon peak.”
Stay up to date with travel disruptions and more via the TfGM website.