Disruption between Rainham (Kent) and Dartford expected until 15:15
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Sunday 25 October 2026 at 13:07
Last updated
Sunday 25 October 2026 at 13:40
Train operators affected
- Thameslink
Route(s) affected
between Rainham (Kent) and Dartford
Description
A fault with the signalling system between Rainham and Dartford means all lines are blocked. As result, trains between these stations may be cancelled. delayed or revised.
This is expected until 15:15.
Thameslink customer advice
Thameslink services between London Bridge and Rainham (Kent) are disrupted.
Trains are currently unable to travel between Rainham and Strood.
Short notice amendments to services will occur so please continue to check to your journey ahead of time or check information screens at the station.
We are working on alternate transport between this locations and will update when they are in place.
Please speak to station staff, check information screens or check journey planners ahead of travelling.
Planning your journey:
You can see a live map of the network. This will now show where your journey is likely to be delayed.
You can also use the Thameslink app to get more information about your journey.
Can you tell me more about the incident?
A signalling fault in the Strood area has stopped all services running past Strood.
Check before you travel:
You can check your journey using the National Rail 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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