There is a fault with the signalling system between Harwich International and Harwich Town, closing all lines between these stations.

Trains running between Manningtree and Harwich Town will be revised, operating between Manningtree and Harwich International only.

This issue is expected to continue to affect services for the rest of the day.

Customer advice:

Due to severe signalling problems between Harwich International and Harwich Town, the service is currently suspended. Trains are still able to run between Manningtree and Harwich International.

A limited rail replacement bus service is in operation between Harwich International and Harwich Town. To see where the bus stops, please use the station information site.

Network Rail engineers are en route to investigate the fault.

Further information:

Advance purchase tickets holders will be allowed to travel on earlier or later trains if their booked service is cancelled.

Check before you travel:

You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner.

For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.

You can find the pick-up and set-down location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.

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.