A train hitting an obstruction on the line between Sutton and Epsom Downs means all lines are currently blocked. Trains running to / from these stations will be cancelled.
Disruption is expected until 20:00.
Customer advice:
Please allow an extra 30 minutes to complete your journey as you will need to use an alternative route to complete your journey.
No trains can run between Sutton and Epsom Downs until further notice.
You can use your ticket on the following, at no extra cost:
- Alternative Southern services to and from Tattenham Corner
- London Buses between Croydon and Tattenham Corner / Caterham / Epsom / Epsom Downs (routes 60, 166, 404, 405, 407, 434, 439, N68*)
- Metrobus 420 for Sutton, Belmont, Tattenham Corner, Tadworth, Reigate, Redhill
- Thameslink services between London and East Croydon
Planning your journey:
Live departure boards can be found here.
You can view a live map of the network here.
You can also see an alternative route guide here.
If you're travelling in the London area, you can plan journeys on alternative routes by using the Transport for London Journey Planner here.
You can also use the Southern app to find up-to-date information.
Can you tell me more about the incident?
A train has reported hitting an obstruction on the line between Sutton and Epsom Downs, meaning the route has to be closed until a safety inspection has been carried out, and any objects removed.
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.