Residual disruption between Stratford (London) and Tottenham Hale expected until 20:15
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Thursday 13 August 2026 at 17:24
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Last updated
Thursday 13 August 2026 at 19:13
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Stratford and Meridian Water / Bishops Stortford
Description
An earlier broken down train between Stratford and Tottenham Hale meant that some lines were disrupted.
Service is returning to normal, however, trains may still be cancelled.
Disruption is expected until 20:15.
Customer advice:
A freight train broke down between Stratford and Lea Bridge earlier have disrupted the West Anglia services to and from Stratford. The train is now clear of the running line, allowing trains to resume running.
Please be aware that trains are also disrupted from an earlier fault with the signalling system at Harlow Town.
Service impact:
Trains have been disrupted, but Greater Anglia are now restoring trains back to the timetable. Some trains may be cancelled while this happens.
Alternative travel options:
Advance purchase tickets holders will be allowed to travel on earlier or later trains if their booked service is cancelled.
Specific train service alterations and live departure boards are available to help plan your journey.
You can check your next train and alternative options using the live map.
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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