Disruption between Havant and Cosham / Portsmouth Harbour expected until 18:30
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Last updated
Sunday 24 May 2026 at 14:52
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
between Havant and Cosham / Portsmouth Harbour
Description
A points failure between Havant and Cosham / Portsmouth Harbour means that all lines are blocked.
Trains running between these stations may be cancelled, delayed or revised as a result.
This is expected until 18:30.
South Western Railway customer advice:
Long distance and mainline services:
Services between London Waterloo and Portsmouth may be delayed, rerouted via Eastleigh, or cancelled.
South local services:
Services between Portsmouth and Southampton Central via Fareham may be delayed, revised, or cancelled.
How do I get to my destination?
If you are travelling between Portsmouth and London Waterloo, please expect delays of at least 60 minutes. Other services on this route may also be delayed or altered. Please allow extra time for your journey.
South Western Railway are arranging for you to be able to use your ticket at no extra cost with other bus operators between the affected stations. You'll be updated here when this is in place.
Additional information:
If you need any help with your journey, please speak to a member of staff or use a station help point.
If you would prefer to use local buses to continue your journey please check Traveline - South Western Railway tickets are not valid on local buses unless stated above.
Southern customer advice:
You will need to use an alternative route to travel and allow at least 30 minutes more time to complete your journey.
Trains that normally run to Portsmouth will terminate and restart at Havant or divert to Bognor Regis. Please make sure to check journey planners and information boards for the latest train information.
The following stations won't be served by a Southern service until further notice:
Bedhampton
Hilsea
Fratton
Portsmouth & Southsea
Portsmouth Harbour
Planning your journey:
Live departure boards can be viewd.
You can view a live map of the network.
You can also see an alternative route guide.
If you're travelling in the London area, you can plan journeys on alternative routes by using the TfL Journey Planner.
The Southern app will also help you plan your journey.
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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