Bus replacement services will be in operation while the recovery of the train and repair work takes place at Grange-over-Sands
Passengers are being warned disruption between Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness could last up to two weeks following a train derailment.
Once the RAIB have completed their initial investigation, Network Rail will begin the 'complex recovery process'. This will involve: using a specialist Network Rail crane to re-rail and remove the train; carrying out repairs to the ground; and installing new ballast and laying new track over the affected.
Network Rail said the closure will 'not significantly affect' the timetable over the Easter bank holiday due to preplanned work in the area. From today , train services will run between Carlisle and Barrow-in-Furness on the Cumbrian coast line.
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