Southeastern passengers are facing disruption today due to urgent repairs to the railway at Bickley, affecting services between Bromley South and Orpington.
The issue relates to emergency repair work needed on a railway crossing, which means some routes are unavailable. While trains are still able to run through the area, the lack of available tracks has resulted in service cancellations, delays and alterations.
Southeastern has confirmed that disruption is expected to continue until the end of the day, with a permanent repair scheduled to be carried out overnight.
Services most affected include Southeastern trains between London Victoria and Orpington, with other services through the area also likely to be delayed or revised.
Passengers are advised to allow extra time for their journeys and check the latest updates using Southeastern’s journey planner or the visual disruption map before travelling.
Follow the latest updates below...
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Disruption to Southeastern services between Bromley South and Orpington expected until the end of the day
12:26 , Nuray BulbulUrgent repairs to the track at Bickley means that some lines are disrupted. As a result, Southeastern trains running between Bromley South and Orpington may be cancelled, delayed or revised.
Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
Northern line resumes good service
12:06 , Nuray BulbulThe Northern line is now providing a good service.
Metropolitan line part suspended
11:53 , Nuray BulbulNo service between Chesham and Chalfont & Latimer while TfL fix a signal failure at Chalfont & Latimer.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Amended 22:29 Stratford to Richmond service
11:46 , Nuray BulbulEngineering work is taking place between Camden Road and Richmond, closing some lines.
The 22:29 Stratford to Richmond service will terminate at Camden Road.
You are advised you can use either of the 22:13 or 22:44 Stratford to Richmond services to complete your journey.
No late night trains to / from London Fenchurch Street
11:31 , Nuray BulbulEngineering work is taking place overnight between Barking / Upminster and London Fenchurch Street, closing all lines.
From 20:45, no trains will run to and from London Fenchurch Street.
Services between Shoeburyness and London Fenchurch Street will be diverted to run to London Liverpool Street via Stratford.
Trains will run between Upminster and Grays via Ockendon.
From 21:30, trains will start/ terminate at Laindon, and rail replacement buses will operate between Laindon and Pitsea.
From 22:45, services between Shoeburyness and London Liverpool Street will be diverted via Rainham (Essex).
From 22:45, you can use District line services between Barking and Upminster.
Woolwich Ferry suspended
11:16 , Nuray BulbulThe Woolwich Ferry has resumed a one-vessel service following improved weather conditions.
Engineers continue to work to resolve the technical issue with the second vessel.
Gatwick Express services disrupted
11:04 , Nuray BulbulA fault on a train between Streatham Common and Selhurst means some lines are blocked. As a result, trains may be delayed or revised.
Disruption is expected until 11:45.
Severe delays on the Northern line
10:52 , Nuray BulbulThere are severe delays between Kennington and Morden while TfL deal with a customer incident at Colliers Wood.
London Buses are accepting tickets.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Disruption to Southeastern services between Bromley South and Orpington expected until the end of the day
10:40 , Nuray BulbulUrgent repairs to the track at Bickley means that some lines are disrupted. As a result, Southeastern trains running between Bromley South and Orpington may be cancelled, delayed or revised.
Disruption is expected until the end of the day.
Disruption between Brimsdown and Stratford (London) / London Liverpool Street expected until 11:30
10:29 , Nuray BulbulFollowing a fault on a train at Tottenham Hale all lines have reopened. As service recovers, trains running between Brimsdown and Stratford (London) / London Liverpool Street may still be cancelled, delayed by up to 20 minutes, diverted or revised.
Disruption is expected until 11:30am.
Metropolitan line resumes good service
10:14 , Nuray BulbulThe Metropolitan line is now providing a good service.
No more exceptional delays on the A20
10:00 , Nuray BulbulTraffic is now flowing well on the A20.
Buses replace trains between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey until approximately 14:30
09:47 , Nuray BulbulA member of train crew being unavailable between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey means that services operating to / from these stations have been cancelled.
This is expected until 14:30.
Customer advice:
The following rail replacement buses will operate as follows:
Departing St Albans Abbey, calling at all stations to Watford Junction, at approximately:
- 10:20 / 11:20 / 12:20 / 13:20 / 14:20
Departing Watford Junction, calling at all stations to St Albans Abbey, at approximately:
- 09:55 / 10:55 / 11:55 / 12:55 / 13:55
You may use your ticket onboard Arriva Buses route 321 between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey at no extra cost.
Disruption at Lewisham expected until 10:30
09:32 , Nuray BulbulFollowing a fault with the signalling system at Lewisham means all lines have reopened. As service recovers, trains may still be cancelled, delayed by up to 10 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 10:30am.
What's happened?
There was a fault with the signalling system at Lewisham; the nature of the fault meant no trains could run between Lewisham and Nunhead.
Response staff have attended and have rectified the fault.
Luton and London St Pancras disruption extended until 10am
09:17 , Nuray BulbulThe disruption is expected to continue until 10am.
Minor delays on the Metropolitan line
09:02 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between Moor Park and Watford while TfL fix a signal failure at Watford.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Bakerloo line still part suspended
08:46 , Nuray BulbulThere is no service between Queen's Park and Harrow & Wealdstone on the Bakerloo line.
Delays on the A20
08:33 , Nuray BulbulDelays approaching Camberwell Church Street (Both directions) at the junction of Benhill Road. The road is restricted due to a building fire.
Delays on the A12
08:18 , Nuray BulbulWestbound traffic is slow moving on Squirrels with queues back to Harold Wood Park.
Eastbound traffic is slow on Ardleigh Green tailing back to Nelmes Way.
Northbound traffic along Southend Arterial Road is tailing back to Hall Lane. Expect delays in the surrounding area.
East Midlands Railway customer advice
08:07 , Nuray BulbulYou should continue to travel as originally planned, however, your journey may be delayed by 45 minutes.
To help keep you on the move this morning we have arranged for you to use your tickets with other train operators.
You may use your original ticket at no extra cost with Thameslink between Bedford and London St Pancras International in both direction.
Mildmay line resumes good service
07:56 , Nuray BulbulThe Mildmay line is now providing a good service.
Thameslink customer service says allow extra time
07:47 , Nuray BulbulServices running in both directions have been delayed between St Albans City and West Hampstead Thameslink this morning.
Trains were brought to a stand for around 15 minutes but are now on the move again. Some short notice alterations are possible as a result, meaning some services may have cancelled stops or will terminate and restart at a different station to normal instead.
You can travel using your normal route but please allow extra time for your journey this morning - it is advised you leave around an extra 10-20 minutes.
Tickets will be accepted for no extra cost on East Midlands Railway services between Bedford, Luton, Luton Airport Parkway and London St Pancras International.
Disruption between Luton and London St Pancras
07:34 , Nuray BulbulA suspected gas leak near the railway between Luton and London St Pancras International means that all lines are blocked. As a result, trains running between these stations may be delayed.
Disruption is expected until 09:30.
Disruption at Lewisham expected until 9am
07:29 , Nuray BulbulA fault with the signalling system at Lewisham means some lines are blocked. As a result, trains may be cancelled, delayed by up to 10 minutes or revised.
Disruption is expected until 9am.
There has been a fault with the signalling system at Lewisham. Causing some services to be unable to stop at Lewisham.
Trains between Dartford and London Victoria are suspended until further notice.
Trains between Sevenoaks and London Charing Cross will not be able to stop at Lewisham
Woolwich Ferry suspended
07:18 , Nuray BulbulThe Woolwich Ferry is unfortunately suspended, due to poor weather conditions.
Bakerloo line part suspended
07:09 , Nuray BulbulNo service between Queen's Park and Harrow & Wealdstone due to an operational incident in the depot.
Please use the London Overground Lioness line to complete your journey.
Minor delays on the rest of the line.
Severe disruption on the Mildmay line
07:01 , Nuray BulbulNo service between Willesden Junction and Clapham Junction, there are severe delays on the rest of the line due to a late running freight train at Willesden Junction.
London Underground is accepting tickets via any reasonable route.
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Monday 15 December 2025 10:29 , Nuray BulbulThat’s the end of our live coverage for today - thank you for following along.
Delays on the A4200
Monday 15 December 2025 10:17 , Nuray BulbulTraffic is slow moving along the diversion route, westbound on High Holborn with tailbacks from Southampton Row. In addition Bloomsbury Way has queues eastbound.
Amended late night and early morning Southeastern services
Monday 15 December 2025 10:01 , Nuray BulbulThere are some changes to services this week Monday to Wednesday:
The 22:25 London Victoria to Ashford International service will be diverted between Otford and Ashford International to run via Sevenoaks.
The 22:29 London Charing Cross to Ashford international will only run between London Charing Cross and Maidstone East.
The 23:25 London Victoria to Ashford International train will be diverted between Otford and Ashford International to run via Sevenoaks.
The 00:25 London Victoria to Ashford International service will only run between London Victoria and Maidstone East.
Minor delays continue on the Bakerloo line
Monday 15 December 2025 09:41 , Nuray BulbulThe Bakerloo line is still seeing minor delays across its entire line.
Paddington station resumes good service
Monday 15 December 2025 09:32 , Nuray BulbulPaddington station is now providing a full service.
No late night trains to / from London Fenchurch Street
Monday 15 December 2025 09:25 , Nuray BulbulOvernight engineering work is being carried out between Barking / Upminster and London Fenchurch Street, resulting in the closure of all lines.
From 20:45, there will be no train services running to or from London Fenchurch Street.
Trains between Shoeburyness and London Fenchurch Street will instead be diverted to London Liverpool Street via Stratford. Services will continue to operate between Upminster and Grays via Ockendon.
From 21:30, trains will begin and end at Laindon, with rail replacement bus services running between Laindon and Pitsea.
From 22:45, Shoeburyness to London Liverpool Street services will be rerouted via Rainham (Essex).
Passengers can travel at no additional cost on Jubilee line and DLR services between Stratford and West Ham, as well as DLR services between Stratford and Tower Gateway. From 22:45, District line services will also be available between Barking and Upminster.
Serious delays on the A12
Monday 15 December 2025 09:14 , Nuray BulbulWestbound traffic is slow moving on Squirrels Heath Road from the junction of Athelstan Road.
Eastbound traffic is slow on Ardleigh Green Road from the junction of Michael Gardens. There are minor delays on Eastbound on A12 Colchester Road.
Northern line resumes good service
Monday 15 December 2025 09:08 , Nuray BulbulThe Northern line is now providing a good service.
Minor delays on the Northern line
Monday 15 December 2025 08:31 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between Morden and Kennington due to an earlier customer incident. A good service on the rest of the line.
Amended late night Lumo service to / from London Kings Cross
Monday 15 December 2025 08:17 , Nuray BulbulEngineering work is taking place between Newcastle and Edinburgh each night, closing some lines.
Monday and Tuesday:
The following trains are cancelled:
- 18:18 Glasgow Queen Street to London Kings Cross
- 20:30 London Kings Cross to Edinburgh
Disruption between Milton Keynes Central and Rugby expected until the end of the day
Monday 15 December 2025 08:02 , Nuray BulbulA fault has been identified on the track between Milton Keynes Central and Rugby, with repair work scheduled to take place overnight. In the meantime, an emergency speed restriction has been put in place to ensure trains can continue to run safely over the affected section.
In addition, a points failure in the Northampton area is causing further disruption to services.
Because of these issues, trains operating between Milton Keynes Central and Rugby — both on the main line and via Northampton — may be cancelled, delayed by up to 25 minutes, or amended.
Routes impacted
Avanti West Coast services between London Euston and Manchester Piccadilly
London Northwestern Railway services between London Euston and Coventry / Birmingham New Street / Crewe
Heavy rain may impact journeys today
Monday 15 December 2025 07:51 , Nuray BulbulThe Met Office has issued yellow and amber warnings for heavy rain today covering large areas of south west, north west and north east England, as well as Wales.
Intense rainfall can put pressure on drainage systems, leading to flooded tracks and reduced train speeds. Water can flow from hard surfaces onto the railway, and ballast may be washed away, affecting track stability. Heavy rain can also disrupt power supplies and cause failures to signalling equipment.
Good service on the IFS Cloud Cable Car
Monday 15 December 2025 07:42 , Nuray BulbulA good service is being provided on the IFS Cloud Cable Car.
Serious delays on the A20
Monday 15 December 2025 07:30 , Nuray BulbulWestbound traffic is stationary on Peckham Road from the junction of Southampton Way. Use alternative routes.
Reduced service on the Woolwich Ferry
Monday 15 December 2025 07:20 , Nuray BulbulThe Woolwich Ferry is running a one boat service due to a technical fault.
Paddington station part closed
Monday 15 December 2025 07:11 , Nuray BulbulThis station is part closed due to the unavailability of station staff.
Minor delays on the Bakerloo line
Monday 15 December 2025 07:00 , Nuray BulbulThe Bakerloo line is facing minor delays between Queen's Park and Harrow & Wealdstone due to an operational incident in the depot.
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Thursday 11 December 2025 09:38 , Nuray BulbulThat’s the end of our live coverage for today - thank you for following along.
Minor delays on the Metropolitan line
Thursday 11 December 2025 09:22 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Uxbridge due to train cancellations.
Minor delays on the Central line
Thursday 11 December 2025 09:10 , Nuray BulbulMajor delays on the Central line have eased.
Minor delays continue due to train cancellations.
Circle line resumes good service
Thursday 11 December 2025 09:00 , Nuray BulbulThe Circle line is now providing a good service.
Delays on the A13
Thursday 11 December 2025 08:52 , Nuray BulbulA13 East India Dock Road is closed eastbound between St Leonards Road and Leamouth Road.
With no access to Brunswick Road for Blackwall Tunnel Southbound Bore. Diverted traffic is therefore sent northbound on the A12 towards Bow.
Minor delays on the Circle line
Thursday 11 December 2025 08:42 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between Woolwich Arsenal and Stratford International while TfL fix faulty trains at Canning Town.
Good service on the rest of the line.
Compensation
Thursday 11 December 2025 08:29 , Nuray BulbulYou 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.
Go to the National Rail website for more information.
Gatwick Express trains suspended
Thursday 11 December 2025 08:16 , Nuray BulbulGatwick Express services have been suspended until further notice.
Southern trains, which usually run between London Victoria and Reigate, will be suspended.
You can use your ticket to travel at no extra cost on:
- Southern or Thameslink services on any reasonable route towards your destination
- Great Western Railway services between Gatwick Airport and Reigate
Severe delays on the Central line
Thursday 11 December 2025 08:08 , Nuray BulbulSevere delays Leytonstone to Hainault via Newbury Park and Hainault to Woodford via Grange Hill while TfL deal with an operational incident in the depot.
Minor delays on the rest of the line due to train cancellations
Delays on the A12
Thursday 11 December 2025 07:58 , Nuray BulbulThere are traffic delays on diversion, with, on average, three to five minutes of additional travel time for buses and road users on Ardleigh Green Road, Gubbins Lane, and Gooshays Drive.
There are also one to three minutes of additional travel time for buses and road users on North Street heading away from Romford.
Minor delays on the Northern line
Thursday 11 December 2025 07:46 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays between Camden Town and High Barnet while TfL fix a signal failure at High Barnet.
There is a good service on the rest of the line.
Minor delays on the Circle line
Thursday 11 December 2025 07:35 , Nuray BulbulMinor delays due to train cancellations
What happened?
Thursday 11 December 2025 07:14 , Nuray BulbulEngineering works haven't finished on time between London Victoria and East Croydon. The number of available lines is reduced, which causes congestion to services travelling between these stations.
What to do if you’re travelling now
Thursday 11 December 2025 07:05 , Nuray BulbulIf you’re travelling at the moment, you may need to transfer between trains to finish your journey and should plan for extra time to reach your destination.
Gatwick Express trains are not running, and Southern services may also face changes or delays of around five to 10 minutes.
Tickets will be accepted at no additional charge on other Southern and Thameslink services using any reasonable route to where you’re heading.
Engineering works at Victoria disrupt Gatwick Express and Southern trains
Thursday 11 December 2025 06:58 , Nuray BulbulCommuters face major delays this morning after engineering works between London Victoria and East Croydon overran, leaving several lines out of service and suspending all Gatwick Express trains.
The incident is also affecting every Southern service operating in and out of Victoria, with passengers experiencing cancellations, last-minute timetable changes, and delays of up to 10 minutes. Routes between London Victoria and Brighton are among those most heavily impacted.
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Wednesday 10 December 2025 10:59 , Tom PlaceThat’s the end of our live coverage for today - thank you for following along.
Elizabeth line improving
Wednesday 10 December 2025 10:09 , Tom PlaceThere are now only minor delays on the majority of the Elizabeth line.
There are still severe delays between Paddington and Reading & Heathrow Terminals, and between Whitechapel and Shenfield.
Disruption between St Pancras & Finsbury Park
Wednesday 10 December 2025 09:53 , Tom PlaceThere is a fault with the signalling system between London St Pancras international and Finsbury Park which means all lines are blocked.
Trains running between these stations may be delayed or cancelled, with the disruption is expected to last until around 11am.
Tube and Overground update
Wednesday 10 December 2025 09:43 , Tom PlaceThe whole Elizabeth line remains severely delayed.
There are also minor delays on the Waterloo & City line and on parts of the District Line.
There is a good service on the rest of the network.
Elizabeth line
Wednesday 10 December 2025 08:51 , Tom PlaceThere are still severe delays on the entire Elizabeth line - we will update you when this changes.
Delays end
Wednesday 10 December 2025 08:42 , Tom PlaceThere is now a good service on both the Hammersmith & City and Lioness lines.
Tube & Overground update
Wednesday 10 December 2025 08:25 , Tom PlaceHere’s a full roundup of the service on the network.
There are severe delays on the entire Elizabeth line, and on the Piccadilly line between Acton Town and Uxbridge.
There are minor delays on the District line between Earl's Court and Ealing Broadway & Richmond and between Barking and Upminster eastbound.
There are also minor delays on the Hammersmith and City Line between Barking and Baker Street, and on the entire Lioness line.
There is a good service elsewhere.
Reduced Overground service
Wednesday 10 December 2025 08:13 , Tom PlaceA failure of the electricity supply at London Euston has meant that some lines are closed.
As a result, London Overground are running a reduced service between Watford Junction and London Euston until the end of the day.
Severe delays on the Piccadilly line
Wednesday 10 December 2025 08:02 , Tom PlaceThere are severe delays on the Piccadilly line between Acton Town and Uxbridge due to a points failure at Acton Town.
Charing Cross update
Wednesday 10 December 2025 07:57 , Tom PlaceThe disruption at Charing Cross is particularly affecting routes to and from the below locations:
- Dover Priory
- Ramsgate
- Ashford International
- Ore
- Hastings
- Tunbridge Wells
- Strood
- Maidstone East
- Sevenoaks
- Orpington
- Gravesend
- Dartford
- Crayford
- Hayes
We will let you know when there is an update.
Elizabeth line update
Wednesday 10 December 2025 07:54 , Tom PlaceThe whole of the Elizabeth line is dealing with severe delays - you may want to check your journey for alternate routes.
Traffic update
Wednesday 10 December 2025 07:51 , Tom PlaceNo serious disruptions on London’s roads at the moment - we’ll let you know if this changes.
Hammersmith & City update
Wednesday 10 December 2025 07:47 , Tom PlaceService has improved on the Hammersmith & City line - there are now only minor delays.
Disruption at Charing Cross
Wednesday 10 December 2025 07:43 , Tom PlaceThere is a fault with the signalling system at London Charing Cross which is preventing trains from using platforms 1, 2 and 3.
Engineers are attempting to correct the fault, but Charing Cross services are subject to delays and, cancellations and diversions.
The disruption is expected for at least a couple of hours - please do check alternative routes if this may affect you.
Elizabeth line update
Wednesday 10 December 2025 07:37 , Tom PlaceThe Elizabeth line is now back up and running between Paddington and Abbey Wood.
The line is still experiencing severe delays between Abbey Wood and Reading & Heathrow Airport, and minor delays between Shenfield and Whitechapel.
Lioness line update
Wednesday 10 December 2025 07:33 , Tom PlaceThe Lioness line has now fully reopened, with a good service on the entire line.
Storm Bram
Wednesday 10 December 2025 07:31 , Tom PlaceA reminder that, due to Storm Bram, many some services across England and Wales today may still be dealing with disruption, with amber and yellow weather warnings in place yesterday.
Please check your entire journey if you are travelling outside of London.
Tube delays
Wednesday 10 December 2025 07:28 , Tom PlaceThe Hammersmith & City line is experiencing severe delays between Barking and Baker Street due to an earlier faulty train at West Ham .
There are also minor delays on parts of the District, Piccadilly, and Metropolitan lines.
Lines suspended
Wednesday 10 December 2025 07:24 , Tom PlaceThe Lioness line is currently suspended between Euston and Kilburn High Road while Network Rail fix a power fault.
There is also currently no service between Paddington and Abbey Wood on the Elizabeth line due to a points failure at Paddington.
We’ll let you know as soon as service resumes.
Good morning
Wednesday 10 December 2025 07:21 , Tom PlaceHello everyone - we will be keeping you updated on all the latest travel information throughout the morning.
