A fault with the signalling system between Strood and Gravesend is causing disruption to journeys running through these stations. Trains may be delayed by up to 15 minutes.
This is expected until 06:30.
Customer Advice
Trains are being delayed on the route between Strood and Higham.
This part of the railway is used by Thameslink services between Rainham, Gillingham, Dartford, London and Luton, as well as some Southeastern services.
Staff don't have an exact estimate for the delay to your journey, but it may take around 15 minutes longer than usual. Trains are periodically being held at stations, as this allows signalling engineers to investigate the fault.
Can you tell me more about the incident?
A track circuit fault has been reported in the Higham Tunnel area, between Strood and Higham. Track circuits are electrical devices which detect and monitor the passage of trains, as part of the signalling system.
Network Rail engineers are on site and working to resolve the issue.
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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.