Barking derailment to disrupt c2c trains until October 29
A GB Rail freight container train partially derailed on Friday, October 23, causing significant infrastructure damage.
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Train services on the c2c network will remain significantly disrupted until at least Thursday, October 29, following a partial derailment of a GB Rail freight container train in Barking. The incident occurred on Friday, October 23, and resulted in substantial damage to the railway infrastructure.
The freight train, travelling from London Gateway, derailed near Barking. As a result of the damage, trains will not be stopping at Dagenham Dock, Rainham, and Purfleet stations. Services that normally call at Stratford and Liverpool Street are being diverted to West Ham and Fenchurch Street.
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A spokesperson for c2c stated that the extent of the damage means services will be impacted throughout the week. Passengers are advised to check their journeys before travelling, allow additional time for their commute, and avoid travelling if possible. Compensation is available for journeys disrupted by more than 15 minutes.
To help mitigate the impact on passengers, c2c is accepting tickets on alternative transport options. These include various Transport for London (TfL) bus routes, First Essex buses, and services operated by Greater Anglia. Replacement buses are also running on some routes.
Questions this report answers
+When will train services return to normal?
Disruption is expected to continue until the end of Thursday, October 29. This is due to substantial damage to the railway infrastructure caused by a freight train derailment.
+Which stations will not be served by c2c trains?
Trains will not be stopping at Dagenham Dock, Rainham, and Purfleet stations until further notice. Passengers are advised to check their journeys and seek alternative routes.
+What alternative travel options are available?
c2c is accepting tickets on TfL bus routes, First Essex buses, and Greater Anglia services. Replacement buses are also operating on certain routes to help passengers complete their journeys.
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