Southern trains disrupted September 12-13 by engineering works
Passengers should expect longer journeys and replacement buses on several routes across the network.
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Southern train passengers are advised of significant disruption across the network on Saturday and Sunday, September 12 and 13. Engineering works will lead to the closure of several lines, with replacement bus services operating on multiple routes. Passengers should anticipate increased journey times throughout the weekend.
London Bridge to Streatham Line Closures
Southern trains disrupted in Croydon this week
Engineering works will see late-night services terminate early or be cancelled between Tuesday and Thursday.
All lines between London Bridge and Streatham, via Peckham Rye, will be closed for engineering works on both Saturday and Sunday. Replacement buses will operate between London Bridge and Streatham, making additional stops at Herne Hill, Streatham Hill, and Streatham Common to facilitate connections with other train services. A connecting train service will run between Streatham and East Croydon.
Guildford to Earlswood Engineering Works
On Sunday, September 13, engineering works will also close all lines between Guildford and Earlswood. Replacement buses will be in operation between Purley and Redhill, and also between Reigate and Horley. Passengers travelling on these routes should expect longer journey times due to the bus replacements.
London rail network faces Christmas and New Year closures
Network Rail plans £152 million in engineering works affecting major stations and lines across the capital.
Specific Service Changes
Direct train services between London Victoria and Reigate will not operate on Sunday. Similarly, trains that typically run between Redhill and Tonbridge will also be cancelled on Sunday. For passengers travelling between London Victoria and Brighton on Sunday, Southern trains will make additional stops at Purley and Horley.
Questions this report answers
+What dates will Southern train services be disrupted?
Southern train services will be disrupted on Saturday and Sunday, September 12 and 13. The engineering works are scheduled to affect services on both days of the weekend.
+Which lines will be closed due to engineering works?
Lines between London Bridge and Streatham via Peckham Rye will be closed on both days. On Sunday, September 13, lines between Guildford and Earlswood will also be closed.
+Will there be replacement buses?
Yes, replacement buses will operate on several routes. These include services between London Bridge and Streatham, and between Purley and Redhill, Reigate and Horley on Sunday.
+Are there any direct train services that will not run?
Direct trains between London Victoria and Reigate will not run on Sunday, September 13. Additionally, trains that usually operate between Redhill and Tonbridge will also be cancelled on Sunday.
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