Disruption between Dover Priory and Ramsgate expected until 20:30 

Route(s) affected

between Dover Priory and Ramsgate

Description

A person has been hit by a train between Dover Priory and Ramsgate. Whilst the emergency services carry out their work, all lines between these stations are closed. Trains will be cancelled, delayed by up to 60 minutes or revised.

Disruption is expected until 20:30.

If you've been affected by what happened on the network today, there is always someone to talk to. You can contact the Samaritans on 116 123 from any phone for a confidential chat.

What's happened?

The line is currently blocked and trains cannot run.

Emergency services are on site and are investigating the situation, however it is hoped trains will be able to proceed soon.

How does this affect my journey?

Trains are being diverted via Canterbury West after Ashford or will terminate at Dover Priory.

What should I do?

Passengers for Ramsgate please change at Ashford for a service via Canterbury West.

If you unable to reach your destination, please seek advice from station staff.

Please check before you travel and allow extra time to complete your journey.

Alternative routes:

For details of alternative routes that may be available to complete your journey, please refer to our Alternative routes during disruption maps.

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.