Urgent repairs to the track means trains between Dartford and Lewisham are being disrupted. This is expected to continue until 06:00.
What's happened?
Network Rail have reported a problem with the conductor rail (this provides power to the train) in the Albany Park area. Response staff are working to rectify the fault, but until they do trains via Sidcup will be diverted via alternative routes.
How does this affect my journey?
The following trains will be diverted:
The 05:05 Dartford to London Charing Cross service will be diverted via Bexleyheath.
The 05:15 Gravesend to London Charing Cross service will be diverted via Bexleyheath.
What do I need to do?
Passengers travelling from Crayford, Bexley, Albany park, Sidcup, New Eltham, Mottingham, Lee can use London Buses on all reasonable routes to help complete your journey at no extra cost.
Please check https://tfl.gov.uk/maps/bus for route information.
Please allow extra time to reach your destination and check online journey planners for latest details.
Check before you travel:
You can check your journey using the National Rail Enquiries real-time Journey Planner
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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.
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