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Rail disruption warning after engineering overruns

Rail disruption warning after engineering overruns

Summary

Rail passengers in the UK face delays on Monday morning due to ongoing engineering work on the Brighton Mainline, which has taken longer than expected. Only two out of the four lines between Gatwick and East Croydon will be operational, affecting services and schedules. Passengers are advised to plan ahead and check for updates on planned and short-notice changes.

Key Facts

  • Engineering work on the Brighton Mainline has overrun and will cause disruptions on Monday.
  • The affected area is between Gatwick Airport, Redhill, Reigate, Purley, and East Croydon.
  • Only two out of four lines between Gatwick and East Croydon will be available on Monday.
  • National Rail expects disruptions to continue until the end of Monday.
  • Passengers should check journey planners for updates and allow extra travel time.
  • Monday tickets can be used on Tuesday for Southern, Thameslink, and Gatwick Express services.
  • Gatwick Express and Thameslink services between certain locations will be suspended.
  • Some Southern services will continue to run normally, specifically between Reigate and London Victoria, and between Redhill and Tonbridge.

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