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Last updated:Today at 03:16
Train companies affected:Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern Railway

Buses replace late night / early morning trains between Dartford and Gravesend / Gillingham from Monday 11 to Friday 15 August 

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Engineering work details

Starts 11 Aug 2025 to 15 Aug 2025

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Thameslink between Kentish Town / Dartford and Gillingham, and between Dartford and Rainham (Kent)

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Dartford and Gravesend, 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 Gravesend / Strood / Rochester / Gillingham.

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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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