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Lines reopened: disruption between Tunbridge Wells and Orpington expected until 19:30 

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Service alteration details

Incident reported: Thursday 27 November 2025 at 17:57

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Last updated

Thursday 27 November 2025 at 19:03

Train operators affected

Route(s) affected

Between Hastings and London Charing Cross / London Cannon Street, and also between Tunbridge Wells and London Charing Cross

Description

All lines have now reopened following an earlier obstruction on the track between Tunbridge Wells and Orpington. Trains running between these stations may continue to be cancelled, delayed by up to 50 minutes or revised.

Disruption is expected until 19:45.

What's happened?

The obstruction has been removed from the track at Tunbridge Wells. The line has reopened and trains are on the move again.

How does this affect my journey?

Trains may be delayed, revised or cancelled as we recover the service. Disruption is expected until 19:45.

What should I do?

You may use your ticket at no extra cost on:

  • 402 and 7 bus routes between Tonbridge and Sevenoaks

Passengers travelling to stations on the Hastings line please go to London Bridge for connections.

Alternative routes:

For details of alternative routes that may be available to complete your journey, please refer to our Alternative routes during disruption maps.

How can I stay up to date?

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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.