ScotRail Adapts Service After Signal Fault

Signal fault forces Edinburgh and Lanark trains to bypass three Glasgow stations until 9:30am

ScotRail Skips 3 Stops After Signal Fault

Trains from Edinburgh and Lanark to Glasgow aren't stopping at three stations after a signalling fault disrupted ScotRail services Tuesday morning. Network Rail Scotland confirmed the issue between Uddingston and Cambuslang is affecting multiple routes, with disruption expected until 9:30am. Services from Edinburgh via Shotts and Carstairs, plus Lanark trains heading to Glasgow, are bypassing Bellshill, Uddingston and Cambuslang stations.

Context

ScotRail announced the problem Tuesday morning after Network Rail Scotland advised of the signalling fault between the two stations on Glasgow's outskirts. The issue specifically affects rail services on routes connecting Edinburgh and Lanark to Glasgow, forcing trains to skip the three affected stations. Network Rail Scotland staff were expected on site to investigate the signalling problem. Signalling faults can disrupt train operations by preventing safe communication between control centers and track infrastructure, requiring engineers to diagnose and repair equipment before normal service resumes.

Service Details

Services departing from Glasgow Central can still call at Bellshill, Uddingston and Cambuslang, officials said. Only inbound trains from Edinburgh and Lanark are affected by the skip-stop pattern. Passengers at Uddingston and Bellshill who need to travel to Glasgow can use alternative services via Motherwell for low-level services, according to ScotRail. The operator didn't specify how many trains are affected or provide ridership figures for the bypassed stations.

Timeline

Network Rail Scotland confirmed disruption to ScotRail services between Motherwell and Glasgow Central is expected until 9:30am Tuesday. ScotRail announced the problem Tuesday morning after being advised by Network Rail Scotland. Officials didn't provide an estimated time for when normal service would resume after the 9:30am window or how long repairs might take once engineers assess the signalling equipment.

Rider Impact

ScotRail apologized to customers whose journeys have been disrupted by the signalling problem. Passengers traveling from Edinburgh or Lanark to the three affected stations will need to find alternative routes or use services from Glasgow Central that still stop at those locations. Riders are advised to check for updates and consider alternative routes where available. Moovit provides real-time updates for ScotRail services, helping passengers navigate disruptions and find alternative connections during signalling issues.