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Buses replace late night trains between Eastbourne and Hastings / Ore from Monday 3 to Thursday 6 August 

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Engineering work details

Starts Monday 03 August 2026 to Thursday 06 August 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

All Southern services to / from / via Hastings

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Eastbourne and Hastings, closing all lines.

From approximately 21:30 until the end of service on Monday to Thursday evenings, buses will replace trains between Eastbourne and Hastings / Ore.

Trains to / from Ashford International will only run between Hastings and Ashford International.

You will need to use an earlier bus from Eastbourne in order to connect with trains from Hastings to Ashford International.

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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