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Buses replace trains between Hastings and Ore / Ashford International on Sunday 5 July 

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Engineering work details

Starts Sunday 05 July 2026 to Sunday 05 July 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Southern between Eastbourne / Hastings and Ashford International, and between London Victoria / Brighton and Ore

Description

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

Buses will replace trains between Hastings and Ore / Rye / Ashford International.

Buses will run between:

  • Hastings and Rye, calling at Ore, Three Oaks (Maxfield Lane) and Winchelsea (New Inn)

  • Hastings and Ashford International, calling at Ore, Winchelsea (New Inn), Rye, Appledore and Ham Street

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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