Update Report: Train Derailment near Minot, ND (Montana Division)
On Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at approximately 03:35 A.M. CDT, we received a preliminary report of a train derailment near Minot, ND which affected the main track. BNSF field personnel responded and assessed the derailment site. The estimated opening of main track one is 11:00 AM CDT Thursday, October 1,2026. Main track two has been returned to service as of 10:32 PM CDT Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
If your loaded shipment(s) were directly involved in the incident, a member of the BNSF's Load and Ride Solutions team will contact your company's representative within 24 hours of the incident with relevant information and next steps.