A fault with the signalling system between Bentley and Alton is causing disruption to services running between these stations. Trains may be delayed by up to 30 minutes.

Disruption is expected until 15:30.

What We're Doing About It

We have been informed that there is a track circuit failure between Bentley and Alton. This means that trains may be running at a reduced speed. For further information or onward travel advice please speak to a member of staff or use a station help point. 

Further Information

A track circuit is one system used by signallers to identify where trains are on the tracks. When these fail, trains have to stop at each affected signal and verify that the track beyond the signal is clear. Once they have authority from the signaller to continue, they must do so at caution until they have traversed that signalling section. This process takes up to 10 minutes per affected signal. 

If you would prefer to use local buses to continue your journey please check Traveline. South Western Railway tickets are not valid on local buses unless stated above.  

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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.