A fault with the signalling system at Lee means that some lines are blocked. Trains running between Hither Green and Sidcup may be delayed by up to 10 minutes, revised or diverted.

Disruption is expected until 14:15.

What's happened?

We've been informed of a fault with the signalling system at Lee, which is preventing trains from travelling on the Sidcup line from London towards Dartford. Engineers are investigating the cause of the issue.

How does this affect my journey?

Trains on the following routes will be diverted to call at all stations on the Bexleyheath line,

• London Charing Cross to Dartford via Lewisham and Sidcup
• London Charing Cross to Gravesend via Sidcup

Trains towards London via Sidcup are not affected

What should I do?

Please alllow extra time for your journey.

You can use your ticket on London Buses at no additional cost, between Lewisham and Dartford.

If you're using Oyster / Contactless PAYG and you incur additional costs, please contact our Customer Services team.

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.