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04/04/2025

A fault with the signalling system between London Charing Cross and Lewisham means some lines are blocked. As a result, trains may be cancelled, delayed by up to 20 minutes or revised. This is expected until 17:00.

What's happened?

There is a signalling fault at Lewisham, affecting some trains at Lewisham, heading towards London Charing Cross.

Network Rail response staff are en-route to investigate.

How does this affect my journey?

The following trains cannot call at Lewisham:

  • Dartford to London Charing Cross via Sidcup
  • Sevenoaks to London Charing Cross 'all station' services
  • Hayes to London Charing Cross services

There may be delays to some other services through Lewisham.

Trains away from London Charing Cross towards Dartford / Sevenoaks can call at Lewisham as normal.

What should I do?

You may use your ticket on London Buses between Hither Green / Ladywell and Lewisham at no extra charge, to help you complete your journey.

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.

How can I stay up to date?.

You can follow the Southeastern WhatsApp channel here.

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.

Affected operators
Southeastern
Nationalrail link
Last updated: 07/03/25 - 04:21