Lines reopened: disruption between Norwich and Lowestoft via Oulton Broad North expected until 19:30
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Tuesday 05 May 2026 at 17:19
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Last updated
Tuesday 05 May 2026 at 18:19
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between Norwich and Lowestoft
Description
Lines have reopened following a fault with a river swing bridge between Reedham (Norfolk) and Haddiscoe. Trains running between Norwich and Lowestoft may be cancelled, delayed by up to 60 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 19:30.
Customer advice:
Following an earlier fault with the Swing Bridge over the river, near Reedham, that has now been fixed by Network Rail engineers, services can run normally through Reedham in both directions.
Service impact:
Services on the affected route are subject to disruption whilst Greater Anglia recover to their advertised timetable.
Alternative travel options:
Greater Anglia have arranged for your ticket to be accepted on the following alternative options, at no extra cost:
First Bus route X1 between Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft
First Bus routes X21 and X22 between Norwich and Lowestoft
Further information:
Advance purchase tickets holders will be allowed to travel on earlier or later trains if their booked service is cancelled.
You can view specific train service alterations.
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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