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Buses replace trains between Ashford International and Dover Priory on Sunday 12 October 

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Engineering work details

Starts Sunday 12 October 2025 to Sunday 12 October 2025

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between London St Pancras International and Ramsgate, between London Charing Cross and Dover Priory, and also between Ashford International and Dover Priory / Ramsgate

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Ashford International and Dover Priory, closing all lines.

The following alterations will take place:

  • Highspeed via Ashford International: Trains between London St Pancras International and Ramsgate via Dover will only run between London St Pancras International and Ashford International. Additional trains will run between Dover Priory and Ramsgate

  • Paddock Wood Line: Trains between London Charing Cross and Dover via Tonbridge will only run between London Victoria and Ashford International. These trains will run to and from London Victoria because of further engineering work

Accessible buses will run between:

  • Ashford International and Dover Priory, calling at Folkestone West and Folkestone Central only

  • Ashford International and Dover Priory, calling at all stations except Westenhanger

A minibus will run between Sandling and Westenhanger.

Please note that the following stations will be closed all day and will only be served by replacement buses:

  • Sandling

  • Westenhanger

  • Folkestone West

  • Folkestone Central

Rail replacement transport:

Please note that if you are travelling to or from Westenhanger and have additional assistance requirements we recommend you contact Southeastern's accessible travel team, send #Assist to 07866 002960 on WhatsApp or use the help point at the station so appropriate transport is made available for you.

Check before you travel:

You can plan your journey using the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner

Replacement bus travel advice:

For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.

You can find the pick-up and set-down location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.

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