Disruption between London Bridge and London Charing Cross expected until 20:30
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Tuesday 27 January 2026 at 16:19
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Last updated
Tuesday 27 January 2026 at 19:03
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Dover Priory / Ramsgate / Canterbury West / Faversham / Ashford International / Gillingham (Kent) / Hastings / Maidstone East / Gravesend / Tunbridge Wells / Dartford / Sevenoaks / Orpington / Hayes (Kent) and London Charing Cross
Description
A fault with the signalling system at London Waterloo East means that some lines are disrupted. As a result trains running between London Bridge and London Charing Cross may be delayed by up to 10 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 20:30.
What's happened?
A fault with the signalling system at London Waterloo East means that trains are being delayed through the area. We are awaiting response staff to attend.
How does this affect my journey?
Some trains may be diverted to / from London Cannon Street.
Trains that usually call at London Waterloo East platform B will use platform D.
What should I do?
You may use your ticket at no extra cost on London Underground services between London Terminals.
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.