Guildford rail disruption ends after person hit by train
All lines have reopened but passengers face delays and cancellations.
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Rail services in the Guildford area have resumed after a person was struck by a train. The incident led to the closure of all lines while emergency services responded.
Although all lines are now operational, trains may still experience cancellations, delays of up to 60 minutes, or route alterations as services return to normal. Significant disruption had been anticipated until 6pm on the day of the incident.
Cancelled Train Tickets Valid on Other Operators
Passengers can use existing tickets on services departing up to two hours before or after cancellations.
Affected Services
The disruption impacted services operated by Great Western Railway, specifically those running between Gatwick Airport and Reading. South Western Railway routes between Portsmouth Harbour, Guildford, and London Waterloo also faced issues. Additionally, services connecting Guildford with Ascot and Wimbledon may have been affected.
Passengers planning journeys through the affected area were advised by rail operators to verify their travel plans before departing and to factor in additional time for their journeys.
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Questions this report answers
+What caused the disruption to rail services in Guildford?
Rail services through Guildford were disrupted because a person was hit by a train. Emergency services attended the scene, which led to the closure of all lines in the area.
+Have the rail lines reopened?
Yes, all lines through Guildford have now reopened. However, passengers are still advised that trains may be cancelled, delayed by up to 60 minutes, or have revised routes as services recover.
+Which train operators were affected by the incident?
Services operated by Great Western Railway between Gatwick Airport and Reading were affected. South Western Railway services, including those between Portsmouth Harbour, Guildford, and London Waterloo, also experienced disruption.
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