Disruption between Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells expected until 16:00
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Wednesday 06 May 2026 at 13:35
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Last updated
Wednesday 06 May 2026 at 13:55
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between London Charing Cross and Tunbridge Wells / Hastings
Description
A fault with the signalling system between Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells means that all lines are blocked. As a result, trains running between these stations may be cancelled or revised.
Disruption is expected until 16:00.
Customer advice:
What's happened?
We have been advised of a fault with the signalling system in the Tunbridge Wells area. To allow response staff to attempt to rectify the fault, the line between Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells will be blocked from approximately 14:00 for around 1 hour.
How does this affect my journey?
No trains will run between Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells from 14:00 for approximately 1 hour. Services from London will terminate and restart at Tonbridge. Services from Hastings will terminate and restart at Tunbridge Wells.
What should I do?
You can use your ticket at no extra cost on Arriva Buses routes 7, 281, and 402.
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.
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