Lines reopened: disruption to Elizabeth line services at Shenfield expected until 13:00 

Route(s) affected

Between Shenfield and London Paddington / Heathrow Terminal 5

Description

Lines have now reopened following a fault with the signalling system at Shenfield. However, whilst service recovers, trains running to and from the station may be delayed by up to 25 minutes or revised.

Disruption is expected until 13:00.

Customer advice:

Tickets will be accepted at no extra cost on the following routes:

• c2c services between Upminster and London Fenchurch Street

• Greater Anglia services between Shenfield and London Liverpool Street

• London Buses between Brentwood and Whitechapel

• London Overground (Liberty line) services between Upminster and Romford

• London Underground services via any reasonable route

Alternative bus routes during disruption

Central London stations

If you’re already in central London, buses provide convenient alternatives. Key routes include:

• London Paddington: 7, 23, 27, 36, 205

• Bond Street / Oxford Street: 7, 23, 73, 94, 390

• Tottenham Court Road: 8, 19, 24, 38, 55, 73, 176

• Farringdon: 17, 19, 38, 46, 63

• London Liverpool Street: 8, 25, 43, 149, 205

These routes connect the West End, the City, and major rail stations.

East London (Stratford → Shenfield branch)

Tip: Travel towards Stratford — a major transport hub with frequent buses into central London.

• From Stratford: 8, 25, 86, 104, 241, 308 → Central London and local connections

• From Ilford / Maryland / Forest Gate: 25, 86 → Stratford or Central London corridors

• From Romford: 86 → Stratford; then continue your journey by bus to Holborn, Bank, or the West End

South East London (Abbey Wood branch)

Please allow for short notice alterations and platform changes and listen to Elizabeth line station announcements or ask a member of staff for further information.

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.