Southeastern (SE)

Last updated: 10/05/2026 05:07

Buses replace trains between Ramsgate and Canterbury West until approximately 10:00

Last updated: 10/05/2026 05:03

Urgent repairs to the railway between Ramsgate and Canterbury West means all lines are blocked. As a result, trains will be cancelled or revised.

Disruption is expected until 10:00.

What's happened?

Significant damage has been caused to the electric third rail on a 300m section of track between Ramsgate and Canterbury West.

Response staff are carrying out repairs closing the line until approximately 10:00.

How does this affect my journey?

Trains are unable to run between Ramsgate and Canterbury West.

What should I do?

Buses will replace trains between Ramsgate and Canterbury West until around 10:00.

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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.

View incident on NationalRail.co.uk