London travel news LIVE: Disruption across Central line as Mile End station closed after casualty on track

Mile End Underground station has been closed while emergency services respond to a casualty on the tracks. Transport for London (TfL) confirmed that the station is currently shut to passengers as paramedics and police attend the incident.

The closure is affecting both the Central and District line services that run through the busy east London interchange. Trains are currently not stopping at Mile End, and passengers are being advised to complete their journeys using alternative routes.

TfL has announced that tickets are being accepted on the Elizabeth line and on London Bus services to help ease disruption for affected travellers. Commuters heading into central London or across East London are being urged to check live travel updates before setting out, as delays may continue while emergency teams remain on scene.

No further details have been released regarding the condition of the person involved, but emergency services are expected to remain at Mile End until the situation is resolved and the track is deemed safe for normal operation.

Minor delays on the Piccadilly line

15:51 , Nuray Bulbul

There are minor delays between Acton Town and Cockfosters Eastbound only while Tfl fix a signal failure at Arnos Grove. There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Delays between London St Pancras International and Luton expected until 4.30pm

15:39 , Nuray Bulbul

Following a trespass incident in the Radlett area earlier today, lines have reopened. As a result, trains running between London St Pancras International and Luton may still be delayed by up to 15 minutes to allow the service to recover.

Disruption is expected until 16:30pm.

Routes impacted

East Midlands Railway services between London St Pancras International and Corby / Nottingham / Sheffield

Thameslink services between Brighton / Three Bridges and Bedford, and also between Rainham (Kent) and Luton

Disruption between West Ham and Barking expected until 5pm

15:22 , Nuray Bulbul

An object caught on the overhead electric wires between West Ham and Barking means that some lines are disrupted. Trains running between these stations may be cancelled, delayed up to 10 minutes or cancelled.

Disruption is expected until 5pm.

Delays on the A3203

15:12 , Nuray Bulbul

Various restrictions during junction improvement works at either side of Lambeth Bridge.

Currently restrictions are in place on all approaches and inner ring of Lambeth Roundabout. The bridge is closed Eastbound.

Elizabeth line resumes good service

14:58 , Nuray Bulbul

The Elizabeth line is now providing a good service.

Severe delays continue on the Central line

14:43 , Nuray Bulbul

Severe delays continue on the Central line.

Tickets are being accepted on the Elizabeth line, Liberty line, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia and London Buses via any reasonable route.

Minor delays on the Victoria line

14:31 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays on the Victoria line while TfL fix a signal failure at Vauxhall.

Mile End station providing a good service

14:13 , Nuray Bulbul

Mile End station is now back open and providing a good service.

No trains between Clapham Junction and Willesden Junction / Watford Junction

14:07 , Nuray Bulbul

Engineering work is taking place between Clapham Junction and Watford Junction, closing some lines.

London Overground:

There will be no service between Clapham Junction and Willesden Junction.

You can use your ticket at no extra cost on:

• London Bus routes 220 and 337 for journeys between Willesden Junction and Clapham Junction via Shepherds Bush
• London Bus routes C1 and 28 for journeys from Shepherds Bush to Kensington Olympia
• London Bus route C3 for Clapham Junction to Imperial Wharf
• London Underground District line for West Brompton

Delays between London St Pancras International and St Albans City expected until 1.30pm

13:47 , Nuray Bulbul

A trespass incident in the Radlett area means that some lines are disrupted. As a result, trains running between London St Pancras International and St Albans City may be delayed by up to 10 minutes.

Disruption is expected until 13:30 between London St Pancras International and St Albans City.

Buses replace trains between Staines and Windsor & Eton Riverside until Friday

13:27 , Nuray Bulbul

Engineering work is taking place between Staines and Windsor & Eton Riverside, closing all lines. Background information on the work can be found below.

All week, buses will replace trains between Staines and Windsor & Eton Riverside.

Industrial action to affect CrossCountry on November 1

13:07 , Nuray Bulbul

Industrial action by the RMT union is planned to take place at CrossCountry on Saturday, November 1. Service will be significantly disrupted on this date.

Customer advice:

The following routes will have no service:

• Penzance / Plymouth / Paignton and Bristol
• Cardiff and Gloucester
• Birmingham / Leicester and Cambridge / Stansted Airport
• Derby and Nottingham
• Edinburgh and Glasgow / Aberdeen

The following routes will have an extremely limited service:

• Bristol and Birmingham
• Reading and Birmingham
• Birmingham and Derby
• Birmingham and Manchester
• Newcastle and Edinburgh

British Transport Police reveal one person has died

12:52 , Nuray Bulbul

A spokesperson stated: “Officers were called at around 9.50am today (28 October) to reports of a casualty on the tracks at Mile End Underground station.

“Officers responded with paramedics, however sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.”

Delays on the A12

12:47 , Nuray Bulbul

There are, on average, three to five minutes of additional travel time for buses and road users on Ardleigh Green Road, Gubbins Lane, and Gooshays Drive.

There are also, on average one to three minutes of additional travel time for buses and road users on North Street heading away from Romford.

There will be additional delays on the westbound A13 and M11 southbound during peak periods due to traffic seeking alternative routes.

TfL advises alternative routes

12:27 , Nuray Bulbul

TfL says: “Tickets are being accepted on the Elizabeth line, Liberty line, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia and London Buses via any reasonable route.”

Delays on the A41

12:15 , Nuray Bulbul

Traffic is slow moving on approach to Pennine Drive as three lane are reduced to one.

Expect delays on approach.

Disruption between Haywards Heath and Gatwick Airport expected until 1pm

12:04 , Nuray Bulbul

A fault with the signalling system between Haywards Heath and Balcombe means that some lines are blocked.

As a result, trains running between Haywards Heath and Gatwick Airport may be cancelled, delayed by up to 15 minutes or revised.

Disruption is expected until 1pm.

Disruption between London Paddington and Heathrow Airport / Reading expected until 2pm

11:53 , Nuray Bulbul

A points failure between London Paddington and Heathrow Airport / Reading means that some lines are blocked.

As a result, trains may be delayed up to 20 minutes, cancelled or revised.Disruption is expected until 2pm.

Routes impacted

Elizabeth line services between Abbey Wood and ReadingGreat Western Railway services between London Paddington and Didcot Parkway/ Oxford / Cheltenham Spa / Worcester Foregate Street/ Great Malvern / Newbury / Bath Spa / Bristol Temple Meads / Hereford / Exeter St Davids / Cardiff Central / Paignton / Swansea / Carmarthen / Plymouth / PenzanceHeathrow Express services between London Paddington and Heathrow Terminal 5

Southwark station closed

11:45 , Nuray Bulbul

This station is closed while TfL respond to a fire alert.

Tickets are being accepted on London Buses.

Minor delays impacting the Elizabeth line

11:33 , Nuray Bulbul

There are minor delays between Paddington and Heathrow Terminals 2, 3, 4 & 5 / Reading while Network Rail fix a points failure at Paddington.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Severe delays on the Central line continue

11:25 , Nuray Bulbul

Tickets are being accepted on the Elizabeth line, Liberty line, Chiltern Railways, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia and London Buses via any reasonable route.

Mile End station closed

11:10 , Nuray Bulbul

This station is closed while the emergency services deal with a casualty on the track.

Tickets are being accepted on the Elizabeth Line and London Bus Services.

Revised service operates on the Mildmay line

11:00 , Nuray Bulbul

A revised service operates between Willesden Junction and Camden Road.

Some trains operate non-stop on this section.

Victoria line resumes good service

10:42 , Nuray Bulbul

The Victoria line is now providing a good service.

Disruption in the Polegate area expected until 11:30am

10:27 , Nuray Bulbul

A fault at a level crossing at Polegate means that all lines are blocked.

As a result, trains running through this area may be cancelled, delayed by up to 20 minutes or revised.

Disruption is expected until 11:30am.

Woolwich Ferry resumes good service

10:13 , Nuray Bulbul

The Woolwich Ferry is now providing a good service.

Delays on the Central line

10:05 , Nuray Bulbul

No service between Epping / Hainult and Liverpool Street Westbound only and severe delays on the rest of the line while the emergency services deal with a casualty on the track.

Tickets are being accepted on the Elizabeth Line and London Bus Services.

Delays on the A104

09:57 , Nuray Bulbul

Traffic is slow moving westbound on approach to Balls Pond Road.

There is also congestion on Newington Green Road and Mildmay Park.

All lanes reopen on the M25

09:37 , Nuray Bulbul

All four lanes are now open.

Congestion should start easing soon on the J28.

Disruption between Southminster and Wickford expected until 10am

09:26 , Nuray Bulbul

A fault on a train between Southminster and Wickford means that all lines are disrupted. As a result trains may be cancelled, revised or delayed.

Disruption is expected until 10am.

Waterloo and City line suspended

09:14 , Nuray Bulbul

There is no service on the Waterloo and City line while TfL fix a points failure at Bank.

Jubilee line resumes good service

09:07 , Nuray Bulbul

The Jubilee line is now providing a good service.

Image shows current traffic conditions on the M25

08:58 , Nuray Bulbul

Delays on the M25 (Trafficcameras.co.uk)

Traffic queueing back up to J29 for Romford

08:47 , Nuray Bulbul

The incident was reported from J28 for the A12 Brentwood to J27 for the M11.

There are current traffic queues back up to J29 for Romford.

Crash on the M25

08:40 , Nuray Bulbul

The AA says a collision on the M25 anti-clockwise has led to significant delays, with queues stretching for roughly two miles.

Delays on the A205

08:22 , Nuray Bulbul

Traffic is queuing southbound on Putney High Street, with tailbacks to Upper Richmond Road.

Traffic is queuing northbound back over Putney Bridge. Eastbound traffic on the A205 Upper Richmond Road is tailing back beyond Charlwood Road.

Metropolitan line resumes good service

08:17 , Nuray Bulbul

The Metropolitan line is now providing a good service.

Minor delays on the Metropolitan line

08:01 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays between Baker Street and Aldgate due to an earlier faulty train at Liverpool Street.

No trains between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey until approximatley 10am

07:46 , Nuray Bulbul

Slippery rails between Watford Junction and St Albans Abbey means that all lines are disrupted. As a result, trains are not able to run and will be cancelled.

Disruption is expected approximately until 10am.

Woolwich Ferry suspended

07:34 , Nuray Bulbul

Service is suspended due to a technical issue.

Tram part closed

07:23 , Nuray Bulbul

No service between Therapia Lane and Wimbledon on the Tram. This is scheduled until November 2.

Delays on the Jubilee line

07:11 , Nuray Bulbul

Severe delays due to an earlier faulty engineer's train.

Tickets are being accepted on London Buses, London Overground, DLR and the Elizabeth line via any reasonable route.

Delays on the Victoria line

06:59 , Nuray Bulbul

There are severe delays while TfL fix a signal failure at Vauxhall.

London Buses are accepting tickets via any reasonable route.

Disruption between London Euston and Watford Junction expected until 10:15am

Monday 27 October 2025 10:03 , Nuray Bulbul

A fault on a train in the Harrow & Wealstone area means some lines are blocked towards Watford Junction. Trains running between London Euston and Watford Junction may be delayed by up to 50 minutes or cancelled.

Disruption is expected until 10:15am.

Delays on the A41

Monday 27 October 2025 09:55 , Nuray Bulbul

Traffic is slow moving in both directions with delays back beyond Great North way northbound and towards Apex Corner southbound.

Minor delays on the Jubilee line

Monday 27 October 2025 09:40 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays (southbound only) while TfL fix a track fault at Bond Street.

There is a good service northbound.

Minor delays on the Central line

Monday 27 October 2025 09:25 , Nuray Bulbul

There are minor delays due to train cancellations.

Buses replace late night / end of service trains between Hackney Downs and Chingford until Thursday

Monday 27 October 2025 09:10 , Nuray Bulbul

Engineering work is taking place overnight between Hackney Downs and Chingford, closing some lines until Thursday.

There will be no service on Weaver line between Hackney Downs and Chingford after 23:20.

Last trains:

• 22:33 Liverpool Street to Chingford
• 22:55 Chingford to Liverpool Street

You should use Rail Replacement Bus service L3 between Hackney Downs and Chingford.

Or make alternative travel on London Buses and London Underground.

Delays on the A2

Monday 27 October 2025 08:55 , Nuray Bulbul

There are minor queues westbound on the A2 East Rochester Way approaching the restrictions at Black Prince Interchange.

Southwark station resumes service

Monday 27 October 2025 08:43 , Nuray Bulbul

Southwark station is now providing a good service.

Minor delays on the Waterloo and City line

Monday 27 October 2025 08:30 , Nuray Bulbul

The Waterloo and City line is experiencing minor delays while TfL fix equipment damaged by vandalism.

Arsenal station resumes good service

Monday 27 October 2025 08:19 , Nuray Bulbul

Arsenal station is now providing a good service.

Disruption through Wimbledon expected until 10am

Monday 27 October 2025 08:05 , Nuray Bulbul

Following an earlier problem in the depot at Wimbledon, lines have reopened. As services return to normal, trains may continue to be cancelled, delayed by up to 15 minutes or revised.

This is expected until 10am.

Minor delays on the District line

Monday 27 October 2025 07:50 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays between Wimbledon and Parsons Green while Network Rail fix a signal failure at East Putney.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Delays on the A205

Monday 27 October 2025 07:39 , Nuray Bulbul

Traffic is slow moving in both directions on Putney High Street approaching the works.

There are Northbound delays with queues back to Putney Heath, and additional delays Southbound with queues back to Fulham Palace Road.

Expect delays.

Southwark station closed

Monday 27 October 2025 07:22 , Nuray Bulbul

This station is closed due to unavailability of station staff. Tickets are being accepted on London Buses.

Tram part closed

Monday 27 October 2025 07:13 , Nuray Bulbul

No service between Therapia Lane and Wimbledon.

Replacement bus service T1 operates between Waddon Marsh and Wimbledon via Ampere Way, Therapia Lane (Coomber Way), Beddington Lane, Mitcham Common (The Ravensbury), Mitcham Junction, Mitcham, Belgrave Walk (Morden Road, for Phipps Bridge) and Morden Road (for Merton Park).

Mildmay line service changes

Monday 27 October 2025 07:04 , Nuray Bulbul

No service between Willesden Junction and Clapham Junction until Tuesday.

A revised service will operate between Willesden Junction and Camden Road. Some trains operate non-stop on this section.

Arsenal station closed

Monday 27 October 2025 07:03 , Nuray Bulbul

This station is closed due to unavailability of station staff.

Tickets are being accepted on London Buses.

Disruption between Milton Keynes Central and Northampton / Rugby expected until 18:30

Friday 24 October 2025 15:49 , Nuray Bulbul

Damage to the overhead wires in the Wolverton area means that some lines are blocked between Milton Keynes Central and Northampton / Rugby. As a result, trains may be cancelled, delayed by up to 60 minutes or diverted.

Disruption is expected until 18:30.

Accident on M25 sparks rush hour delays

Friday 24 October 2025 15:39 , Nuray Bulbul

An accident on the M25 has caused significant delays of up to 90 minutes for drivers on Friday afternoon. The collision happened earlier near Junction 7 (M23).

According to the latest update from traffic monitoring service Inrix, recovery work is currently taking place on the anticlockwise carriageway near Junction 7. However, Inrix continues to report severe congestion along much of the anticlockwise stretch through Surrey.

Delays on Woolwich High Street

Friday 24 October 2025 15:32 , Nuray Bulbul

There are lane and road closures due to a crane operation on Woolwich Ferry Roundabout.

Disruption between Tonbridge and Hastings expected until 16:30

Friday 24 October 2025 15:23 , Nuray Bulbul

A fault with the signalling system at Wadhurst means some lines are blocked. As a result, trains running between Tonbridge and Hastings may be cancelled, delayed or revised.

Disruption is expected until 4:30pm.

Delays on the A23

Friday 24 October 2025 15:11 , Nuray Bulbul

There are now delays on Streatham High Road at the junction of Prentis Road.

Temporary traffic lights in operation to facilitate urgent burst water main repair work.

Delays on the A3

Friday 24 October 2025 15:00 , Nuray Bulbul

There are delays on Tolworth Rise South (Southbound) at the junction of Vincent Avenue.

The southbound off slip to Tolworth Roundabout from Vincent Avenue is closed due to Thames Water Works.

Minor delays on the Central line

Friday 24 October 2025 14:51 , Nuray Bulbul

The Central line is reporting minor delays due to train cancellations.

Bakerloo line resumes good service

Friday 24 October 2025 14:39 , Nuray Bulbul

The Bakerloo line is now providing a good service.

Delays on A316

Friday 24 October 2025 14:30 , Nuray Bulbul

There is no northbound access onto Hogarth Roundabout from Burlington Lane due to emergency gas main repairs. Hogarth Flyover remains open.

District line part closed over weekend

Friday 24 October 2025 14:10 , Nuray Bulbul

No service between Embankment / Edgware Road and Ealing Broadway / Kensington (Olympia) / Richmond / Wimbledon on Saturday and Sunday.

Use MIildmay Line services between Gunnersbury, Kew Gardens and Richmond when available. Replacement buses operate. If travelling to/from Chelsea vs Sunderland at Stamford Bridge, please use Piccadilly line services to/from Earls Court and continue at street level.

Delays on A400

Friday 24 October 2025 13:54 , Nuray Bulbul

There are delays on Hampstead Road (Both directions) at the junction of Robert Street.

Temporary traffic signals and lane restrictions are in place for HS2 works.

Lioness line part closed on Saturday

Friday 24 October 2025 13:44 , Nuray Bulbul

There will be no service between Euston and Willesden Junction on Saturday

Delays on A501

Friday 24 October 2025 13:34 , Nuray Bulbul

Traffic is slow westbound on Marylebone Road with tailbacks to Park Crescent. Expect delays.

Disruption between Milton Keynes Central and Northampton / Rugby expected until 14:45

Friday 24 October 2025 13:24 , Nuray Bulbul

Damage to the overhead wires in the Wolverton area means that some lines are blocked between Milton Keynes Central and Northampton / Rugby.

As a result, trains may be cancelled, delayed by up to 60 minutes or diverted.

Disruption is expected until 14:45.

Delays on Kilburn High Road

Friday 24 October 2025 13:09 , Nuray Bulbul

Traffic is slow on all approaches with southbound traffic back towards Graneway. Expect delays.

Serious delays on the A12

Friday 24 October 2025 12:56 , Nuray Bulbul

There are, on average, three to five minutes of additional travel time for buses and road users on Ardleigh Green Road, Gubbins Lane, and Gooshays Drive.

There are also, on average one to three minutes of additional travel time for buses and road users on North Street heading away from Romford.

There will be additional delays on the westbound A13 and M11 southbound during peak periods due to traffic seeking alternative routes.

Minor delays on the Bakerloo line

Friday 24 October 2025 12:43 , Nuray Bulbul

The Bakerloo line is facing minor delays due to a signal failure at Lambeth North.

Delays on Hayes Road

Friday 24 October 2025 12:30 , Nuray Bulbul

Traffic is reported to be slow on approach with traffic back onto Western Road, which is also causing northbound delays on Southall Lane.

Expect delays.

Delays through Aldershot expected until 1pm

Friday 24 October 2025 12:15 , Nuray Bulbul

A fault with the signalling system at Aldershot means that trains will have to run at reduced speeds on some lines.

As a result, trains running to, from, and through Aldershot may be delayed by up to 20 minutes.

Disruption is expected until 1pm.

IFS Cloud Cable Car providing a good service

Friday 24 October 2025 12:05 , Nuray Bulbul

The IFS Cloud Cable Car is providing a good service after the disruption yesterday.

Disruption between Milton Keynes Central and Northampton / Rugby expected until 13:30

Friday 24 October 2025 11:53 , Nuray Bulbul

Damage to the overhead wires between Milton Keynes Central and Northampton / Rugby means some lines are blocked. As a result, trains may be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes or diverted.

Disruption is expected until 13:30.

Delays on A4

Friday 24 October 2025 11:43 , Nuray Bulbul

Delays at the junction of Marlborough Road.

The road is closed for Thames Water works.

Industrial action to affect CrossCountry on November 1

Friday 24 October 2025 11:29 , Nuray Bulbul

Industrial action by the RMT union is planned to take place at CrossCountry on Saturday, November 1. The impact on service for this date is still being assessed.

Disruption between Woking and Alton expected until 1pm

Friday 24 October 2025 11:18 , Nuray Bulbul

A fault with the signalling system at Aldershot means that trains will have to run at reduced speeds on some lines from Woking towards Alton.

As a result, trains running between Woking and Alton may be cancelled or delayed by up to 15 minutes.

Disruption is expected until 1pm.

Routes impacted

Between Ascot and Aldershot, and also between London Waterloo and Farnham / Alton

Part closure of the Piccadilly line

Friday 24 October 2025 11:03 , Nuray Bulbul

Piccadilly line services are suspended between Rayners Lane and Uxbridge until Saturday.

Delays on A316

Friday 24 October 2025 10:55 , Nuray Bulbul

There is no northbound access onto Hogarth Roundabout from Burlington Lane due to emergency gas main repairs.

Hogarth Flyover remains open.

Central line resumes good service

Friday 24 October 2025 10:45 , Nuray Bulbul

The Central line is now providing a good service.

Kilburn Park station resumes good service

Friday 24 October 2025 10:39 , Nuray Bulbul

Kilburn Park station is now providing a good service.

Minor delays continue on the Central line

Friday 24 October 2025 10:25 , Nuray Bulbul

The Central line is still reporting minor delays across its entire line.

Delays on the A23

Friday 24 October 2025 10:13 , Nuray Bulbul

Various restrictions are in place for TfL works on Christchurch Road and Leigham Court Road.

Part closure of the Tram over the weekend

Friday 24 October 2025 10:03 , Nuray Bulbul

There will be no service between Therapia Lane and Wimbledon on Saturday and Sunday.

Replacement bus service T1 operates between Waddon Marsh and Wimbledon via Ampere Way, Therapia Lane (Coomber Way), Beddington Lane, Mitcham Common (The Ravensbury), Mitcham Junction, Mitcham, Belgrave Walk (Morden Road, for Phipps Bridge) and Morden Road (for Merton Park).

Use Wimbledon for Dundonald Road.

Reminder: Waterloo & City services shut over the weekend

Friday 24 October 2025 09:54 , Nuray Bulbul

The Waterloo & City services only run from Monday to Friday.

Mildmay line part closed over the weekend

Friday 24 October 2025 09:41 , Nuray Bulbul

There will be no service between Willesden Junction and Clapham Junction from Saturday until Tuesday.

There will also be no Southern service between Watford Junction and Clapham Junction.

Use local London Buses and London Underground services.

Major disruption between Tiverton Parkway and Bristol Temple Meads / Castle Cary expected until 11am

Friday 24 October 2025 09:29 , Nuray Bulbul

The emergency services are dealing with an incident between Tiverton Parkway and Bristol Temple Meads / Castle Cary. Whilst the emergency services carry out their work, all lines between these stations are closed. Trains may be cancelled, delayed by up to 120 minutes or revised.

Major disruption is expected until 11am.

Routes impacted

CrossCountry services between Penzance and Bristol Temple Meads, and between Plymouth and Derby / Leeds / Edinburgh / Aberdeen and also between Paignton and Birmingham New Street

Great Western Railway services between Exeter St Davids / Taunton / Gloucester / Cardiff Central and Bristol Temple Meads and also between Penzance / Plymouth / Paignton / Taunton and London Paddington

Moderate delays on the A12

Friday 24 October 2025 09:10 , Nuray Bulbul

Various restrictions are in place, including some overnight closures, to facilitate the refurbishment of Gallows Corner Flyover.

Anticipate an average of three to five minutes of additional travel time.

Amended evening LNER services

Friday 24 October 2025 08:58 , Nuray Bulbul

Engineering work is taking place over the weekend, closing various lines.

In preparation for this engineering work:

• The 14:52 Aberdeen to London Kings Cross service will terminate at Doncaster
• The 17:33 London Kings Cross to Harrogate service will terminate at Leeds
• The 18:18 Aberdeen to Leeds service will terminate at York
• The 18:18 London Kings Cross to Newcastle service will terminate at York
• The 20:07 York to Newcastle service is now cancelled

Use alternative train services to complete your journey.

Amended 21:15 London Euston to Inverness service

Friday 24 October 2025 08:50 , Nuray Bulbul

Engineering work is taking place between Dunkeld and Kingussie, closing some lines on Friday night / Saturday morning.

As a result, the 21:15 London Euston to Inverness (starting from London on Friday evening) will be diverted to run via Aberdeen. It will not call at:

• Stirling
• Dunblane
• Gleneagles
• Perth
• Dunkeld & Birnam
• Pitlochry
• Blair Atholl
• Dalwhinnie
• Newtonmore
• Kingussie
• Aviemore
• Carrbridge

A replacement bus will start from Dundee

Disruption between Ascot / Woking and Aldershot expected until 11am

Friday 24 October 2025 08:38 , Nuray Bulbul

A broken down train between Frimley and Ash Vale is causing disruption to the shuttle services which run between Ascot and Aldershot. These services have been suspended whilst all lines are blocked.

There is also a signalling fault at Aldershot which means trains will have to run at reduced speeds on some lines from Woking towards Alton.

As a result of both incidents, trains running between Ascot / Woking and Aldershot may be cancelled or delayed by up to 15 minutes.

Disruption is expected until 11am.

Engineers are on site investigating and working towards rectifying the fault on the broken down train. More information will be provide more when it is available. There is no estimated time of when the lines are expected to reopen.

Residual disruption between Stafford and Wolverhampton expected until 08:45am

Friday 24 October 2025 08:25 , Nuray Bulbul

Following an operational incident at Penkridge, trains may still have to run at a reduced speed on the line running from Stafford towards Wolverhampton. Whilst service recovers, trains may still be delayed by up to 30 minutes or diverted.

Where trains are diverted, these may be revised to not call at some stations.

Disruption is expected until 08:45am.

Routes impacted

Avanti West Coast between Glasgow Central and Birmingham New Street, and between Edinburgh / Glasgow Central / Lancaster / Liverpool Lime Street and London Euston

CrossCountry between Manchester Piccadilly and Birmingham New Street / Bristol Temple Meads / Southampton Central / Paignton / Bournemouth

London Northwestern Railway between Liverpool Lime Street and Birmingham New Street

Minor delays on the Central line

Friday 24 October 2025 08:19 , Nuray Bulbul

There are now minor delays on the Central line.

Mornington Crescent resumes good service

Friday 24 October 2025 08:07 , Nuray Bulbul

Mornington Crescent station is now providing a good service.

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