A fault with the signalling system between Sheerness-on-Sea and Sittingbourne means that trains cannot run between these stations. Disruption is expected until 17:30.

Customer Advice

What's happened?

Southeastern have been informed of a fault with the signalling system between Swale and Kemsley, which means trains are unable to run on the Sheerness Line. Response staff are on their way to investigate the signalling issue.

How does this affect my journey?

Trains cannot run between Sittingbourne and Sheerness on Sea in either direction.

What should I do?

Rail replacement buses have been rearranged, and are expected to serve all stations on the Sheerness line from 15:00 onwards.

Alternative Routes:

For details of alternative routes that may be available to complete your journey, please refer to our Alternative routes during disruption maps which can be found here

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 and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.

You can find the pick-up and set-down location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.

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.