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Buses replace early morning trains between Brighton and Haywards Heath / Gatwick Airport on Monday 2 November 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 02 November 2026 to Monday 02 November 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Thameslink between Brighton and Gatwick Airport / Bedford

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Brighton and Haywards Heath, closing various lines early on Monday morning.

As a result:

  • The 04:12 Brighton to Bedford train will start from Haywards Heath at 04:26. An earlier rail replacement bus will run from Brighton at 03:41 to Haywards Heath, connecting with the amended train

  • The 04:58 Gatwick Airport to Brighton train will not run. An earlier rail replacement bus will operate in its place, departing from Gatwick Airport at 04:04

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 drop-off 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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