Major disruption on Sunderland's Metro service due to failed train
By Neil Fatkin
Published 19th Mar 2026, 09:51 BST
There is disruption on the Metro service in Sunderland due to a failed train.
The disruption is ongoing and a passengers have been advised they can use their tickets on local bus services.
A spokesperson for Nexus said: “Our service is now suspended between Park Lane and South Hylton in both directions due to a failed train.
“Stagecoach services 8, 10, 11, 16 and 20 will accept Metro Pop cards and tickets. Trains between Park Lane and Airport are subject to delays of up to 30 minutes or more.”
An updated statement has confirmed that the service “remains suspended”.