Dartford disruption 21/08/26

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Starting to clear up now, but from around 13:30 for 45 minutes almost nothing was travelling between Dartford and any of Crayford, Barnehurst or Slade Green due to apparent signalling problems. The odd train was cleared out of Dartford, but took 40-50 minutes for any down trains to be allowed through the area, suggesting these were more severely impacted.

Incident: Dartford | National Rail

Issue resolved: disruption to Southeastern services between Dartford and Slade Green expected until 15:45. Find details of all current incidents on National Rail Enquiries.

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Description​

Following a fault with the signalling system between Dartford and Slade Green, all lines have now reopened. Whilst service recovers, trains running between these stations may be delayed or revised.

Disruption is expected until 15:45.

What's happened?

An earlier fault with the signalling system has been cleared and trains are able to depart Dartford again. However severe disruption remains.

How does this affect my journey?

Trains are able to travel, but may be subject to delays and alterations whilst we work to get services back to normal working times.

What should I do?

Allow extra time to make your journey and use our Live Departures page for travel updates.

You may use your ticket at no extra cost on London Buses between Dartford and Lewisham.