Buses replace trains to / from Hastings on Saturday 28 February and Sunday 1 March
Engineering work details
Starts Saturday 28 February 2026 to Sunday 01 March 2026
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Southeastern between London Charing Cross / Tonbridge and Hastings
Southern between London Victoria / Brighton and Ore and also between Eastbourne and Ashford International
Description
Engineering work is taking place between Robertsbridge and Hastings, closing all lines.
Southeastern:
Trains will only be able to run between London Charing Cross and Battle.
Accessible replacement buses will run between:
Battle and Hastings calling at all stations except Crowhurst
A minibus will run between Battle and Crowhurst*
*If you are travelling to or from Crowhurst and have additional assistance requirements we recommend you contact the Southeastern accessible travel team, send #Assist to 07866 002960 on WhatsApp or use the help point at the station so Southeastern can ensure appropriate transport is available for you.
Southern:
Buses will replace trains between Bexhill and Hastings / Ore / Ashford International.
Trains between London Victoria / Brighton / Eastbourne and Bexhill will run to an amended timetable.
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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