Disruption between Clapham Junction and Willesden Junction / Watford Junction expected until 22:30
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Tuesday 21 July 2026 at 21:21
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Last updated
Tuesday 21 July 2026 at 22:25
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
London Overground between Clapham Junction and Stratford (London)
Southern between East Croydon and Watford Junction
Description
A fault on a train at Shepherds Bush means the line is blocked. Trains running between Clapham Junction and Willesden Junction / Watford Junction may be cancelled, revised or diverted.
Disruption is expected until 22:30.
London Overground customer advice:
Tickets will be accepted at no extra cost on London Buses via any reasonable route.
Southern customer advice:
No trains can run between Clapham Junction and Shepherd's Bush until further notice. You will need to use an alternative route to reach your destination. You should allow at least an additional 30 minutes to complete your journey today.
Please talk to station staff, look at the information boards or check your journey planner for the most recent information.
Can I use my ticket with another operator?
You can travel on the following services at no additional cost:
London Northwestern Railway services between London Euston and Watford Junction
London Buses between Clapham Junction and Watford Junction
London Underground between all London terminals
Southern services between East Croydon and London Victoria
Planning your journey:
You can view live departure boards, and a live map of the Southern 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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