Lines reopened: disruption between Tonbridge and Strood until 19:30 

Route(s) affected

Between Tonbridge / Paddock Wood and Strood, and also between Maidstone West and London St Pancras International

Description

Lines have now reopened following a broken down train between Tonbridge and Strood. However, whilst service recovers, trains running between these stations may be revised.

Disruption is expected until 19:30.

What's happened?

The broken down train at Halling is now on the move.

How does this affect my journey?

The Medway Valley line will continue to be disrupted.

What should I do?

We have requested rail replacement buses to run between Tonbridge and Strood.

You may use your ticket at no extra cost on Arriva Buses on routes 7 and 71.

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?

You can follow Southeastern on Twitter (X) @SE_Railway or follow the Southeastern WhatsApp channel.

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.