Disruption between Charlton and Blackheath expected until 10:15 

Route(s) affected

Between London Cannon Street and Dartford, and also London Cannon Street services

Description

A fault with the signalling system between Charlton and Blackheath means the line is disrupted. As a result, trains may be cancelled, delayed or revised.

Disruption is expected until 10:15.

What's happened?

We have been informed of a failure of part of the signalling system at Blackheath. Response staff have identified the fault and need the close the line to carry out repairs and expect it to be done by 10:00.

How does this affect my journey?

Trains are unable to run from Charlton to Blackheath.

Trains from Blackheath to Charlton as well as ones via Greenwich are not affected.

What should I do?

Please allow extra time to complete your journey and check before you travel. You can use your ticket at no extra cost on Docklands Light Railway between Lewisham and Charlton, Southeastern services via Charlton and London Buses between Lewisham, Charlton and Greenwich.

How can I stay up to date?

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Check before you travel:

You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.

Compensation:

You may be entitled to compensation if you experience a delay in completing your journey today. Please keep your train ticket and make a note of your journey, as both will be required to support any claim.