Buses replace late night / early morning Thameslink services between Dartford and Strood / Gillingham (Kent) from Tuesday 21 to Friday 24 April
Engineering work details
Starts Monday 20 April 2026 to Friday 24 April 2026
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Kentish Town and Gillingham (Kent) and also between Dartford and Rainham (Kent)
Description
Engineering work is taking place overnight in the Strood area, closing some lines.
From approximately 23:25 on Tuesday to Thursday evenings until approximately 04:20 on Wednesday to Friday mornings, buses replace trains between Dartford and Strood / Gillingham (Kent).
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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