No trains between Tonbridge and Hastings: disruption expected until 19:30
Service alteration details
Incident reported: Monday 27 July 2026 at 17:50
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Last updated
Monday 27 July 2026 at 18:30
Train operators affected
Route(s) affected
Between London Bridge and Hastings
Description
A fault with the signalling system between Tunbridge Wells and Hastings means that all lines are blocked. As a result, trains can not run between Tonbridge and Hastings.
Trains will be cancelled or revised to run between London Bridge and Tonbridge only.
Disruption is expected until 19:30.
What's happened?
The signalling system between Tonbridge and Hastings is currently not operational.
Staff are now on site, and the issue found, we hope to restart a full service to Hastings very soon.
How does this affect my journey?
Trains will soon be able to run between Tonbridge and Hastings again.
What should I do?
You can use your ticket at no extra cost on bus routes 1066, 402 & 7.
You can use your ticket at no extra cost on Southern services between London and Hastings.
Please check before you travel and allow extra time to complete your journey.
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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