Incident resolved: disruption between London Paddington and Heathrow Airport / Reading expected until 10:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Friday 18 September 2026 at 07:29
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Last updated
Friday 18 September 2026 at 09:11
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Great Western Railway routes to / from London Paddington
Elizabeth line between Shenfield and Heathrow Terminal 5, and also between Abbey Wood and Heathrow Terminal 4 / Maidenhead / Reading
Heathrow Express between London Paddington and Heathrow Terminal 5
Description
The fault with the signalling system between London Paddington and Southall has been resolved. Trains between London Paddington and Heathrow Airport / Reading are returning to normal but may still be delayed by up to 20 minutes, cancelled or be revised.
Disruption is expected until 10:00.
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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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