Lines reopened: disruption between Ipswich and Lowestoft expected until 14:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Friday 26 June 2026 at 11:11
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Last updated
Friday 26 June 2026 at 12:57
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Ipswich and Lowestoft
Description
Lines have now reopened following a fault with the river swing bridge at Oulton Broad South. However, whilst service recovers, trains running between Ipswich and Lowestoft may be cancelled or revised.
Disruption is expected until 14:00.
Customer advice:
Alternative Travel Options
Tickets will be accepted at no extra cost on First Bus routes X2, X21 and X22 between Lowestoft Bus station and Beccles Old Market (approximately 9 minutes from Beccles station).
Further information
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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