Incident resolved: residual disruption between London Waterloo and Vauxhall expected until 23:30
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Saturday 22 August 2026 at 22:10
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Last updated
Saturday 22 August 2026 at 22:37
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
between London Waterloo and Vauxhall
Description
Trains are returning to normal following a fault with the signalling system between London Waterloo and Vauxhall. As service recovers, trains running between these stations may still be delayed by up to 30 minutes or revised.
This is expected until 23:30.
Customer advice:
The signal problem at London Waterloo (platforms 1–3) has now been fixed. Engineering teams and rail responders have confirmed the line is safe, but some services may still experience some delays while the service recovers.
Long Distance and Mainline Services:
Trains to and from London Waterloo and Weymouth/Bournemouth/Poole, Basingstoke, Portsmouth and Exeter St Davids may still be delayed or altered during its journey
Suburban Services:
Although the fault has now been fixed suburban services may still experience some delays.
How do I get to my destination?
Continue to travel via your normal route, but allow extra time as delays may occur. Check live travel information before setting off.
If you need any help with your journey, please speak to a member of staff or use a station help point.
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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