Disruption between Brockenhurst and Southampton Central expected until 09:30
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Wednesday 26 August 2026 at 07:39
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Last updated
Wednesday 26 August 2026 at 08:57
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
at Brockenhurst
Description
Lines have reopened following a safety inspection of the track at Brockenhurst. However, trains have to run at a reduced speed on the line towards Reading. As a result, trains running between Brockenhurst and Southampton Central may be cancelled, delayed by up to 50 minutes or revised.
This is expected until 09:30.
CrossCountry customer advice:
Your ticket can be used at no extra cost on the following services:
The two CrossCountry services operating before and after your cancelled service
South Western Railway services/transport between Southampton Central and Bournemouth
If you decide to travel from a different station due to this disruption and need to return to that station later, you will also be able to use your existing ticket to do this at no extra cost
Unfortunately, any seat reservations will not be carried over to another train, but Coach B, H and L are our unreserved coaches on CrossCountry services (where available) so please head to them
South Western Railway customer advice:
Long Distance and Mainline Services:
Services running from Weymouth / Bournemouth to Southampton / London Waterloo will be delayed as they pass through the affected area
How do I get to my destination?
You can still travel, however please check for any delays and check for any changes to your train service as some amendments have been made already.
Your ticket can be used, at no extra cost, on the following services:
Rail Services:
CrossCountry services between Bournemouth and Basingstoke in both directions
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.
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