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Buses replace trains between Brighton and Lewes on Sunday 10 May 

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Engineering work details

Starts Sunday 10 May 2026 to Sunday 10 May 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Brighton and Lewes / Seaford / Eastbourne / Ore

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Brighton and Lewes, closing all lines.

All day, buses will replace trains between Brighton and Lewes.

Trains that run between London Victoria and Brighton will be diverted to run via Hove, running to a slightly amended timetable with extended journey times. These trains will also call additionally at Wivelsfield, Preston Park and Hove.

A reduced number of trains will run between Brighton and Hove.

Journey times will be increased when using replacement buses.

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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