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Last updated:Today at 00:31
Train companies affected:Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Northern, TransPennine Express

Buses replace late night / early morning trains between Dartford and Gillingham / Rainham from Monday 3 to Friday 7 November 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 03 November 2025 to Friday 07 November 2025

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Thameslink between Kentish Town / Dartford and Gillingham, and between Dartford and Rainham

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Dartford and Rainham, closing all lines overnight from Monday evening until Friday morning.

Between 23:25 and 04:20 each night, buses will replace trains between Dartford and Gillingham / Rainham.

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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