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Buses replace trains between Three Bridges and Brighton on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March 

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Engineering work details

Starts Saturday 21 March 2026 to Sunday 22 March 2026

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Gatwick Express between London Victoria and Brighton

Southern between London Victoria and Brighton / Littlehampton

Thameslink between Cambridge / Bedford and Brighton

Description

Engineering work is taking place between Three Bridges and Brighton, closing all lines.

Gatwick Express:

It is not yet confirmed how Gatwick Express will be affected by these works.

Southern:

It is not yet confirmed how Southern will be affected by these works.

Thameslink:

Rail replacement buses will operate between Three Bridges and Brighton.

A reduced Thameslink service will run between Gatwick Airport and Three Bridges.

Check before you travel:

If you are travelling with Thameslink, you can plan your journey using the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner

If you are travelling with Gatwick Express or Southern, these changes are not currently shown in the National Rail Enquiries Journey Planner, please check back nearer to the time of travel.

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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