A broken down train at Maidstone East means lines are disrupted. As a result, trains running through this station may be cancelled, delayed or revised.
Disruption is expected to continue until 10:30.
What's happened?
A freight train has broken down outside of Borough Green. Response staff have been called and are on their way to have the train moved as soon as possible.
How does this affect my journey?
We are currently unable to run towards London via Maidstone East. Trains may be delayed, revised or cancelled at short notice. Services between Ashford International and Maidstone East will be diverted via Paddock Wood. Replacement buses are on their way to run between Ashford International and Maidstone East and should arrive at 09:00.
What do I need to do?
Please allow extra time to complete your journey with us today and check your journey online.
You can use services between Maidstone West and Paddock Wood / Strood. If travelling to Strood, please note that tickets will not be valid on the High Speed services to London St Pancras International.
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 information, please use this page.
You can find the location of your replacement bus by checking station signs or by searching for your station on our station information pages.
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.