Disruption to / from Eastbourne expected until 17:00
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Last updated
Sunday 17 May 2026 at 16:20
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
to / from Eastbourne
Description
A points failure at Eastbourne means that all lines are blocked. As a result, trains running to / from Eastbourne will be cancelled or delayed.
Disruption is expected until 17:00.
Customer advice:
Trains are currently unable to run to / from Eastbourne.
Where possible services will terminate and start back from Hampden Park. This means that Eastbourne will have no train service.
If you are travelling to / from Eastbourne, you will be able to use your ticket at no extra cost with Brighton & Hove Bus routes 12, 12A and 12X which runs between Eastbourne and Seaford. From Seaford there will be Lewes / Brighton bound services.
Please note that by using an alternative route this will extend your overall journey time.
You can view a live map. And an alternative route map.
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More information to follow.
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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