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Last updated:Today at 10:24
Train companies affected:Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern Railway

Buses replace between Tunbridge Wells and Hastings from Saturday 25 October to Sunday 2 November  

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Engineering work details

Starts Saturday 25 October 2025 to Sunday 02 November 2025

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Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

between London Charing Cross / Tonbridge and Hastings

Description

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

  • Trains between London Charing Cross and Hastings will only run between London Charing Cross and Tunbridge Wells

  • On Sunday 25 October, these trains will run at different times than usual and will be diverted between London Bridge and Orpington via an alternative route

Accessible replacement buses will run between:

  • Tunbridge Wells and Hastings non-stop

  • Tunbridge Wells and Battle calling at all stations

  • Tunbridge Wells and Battle calling at Wadhurst only

  • 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 it is recommended that you contact Southeastern's accessible travel team, send #Assist to 07866 002960 on WhatsApp or use the help point at the station so they can ensure appropriate transport is available for you.

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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