Train derails in south London forcing multiple rail firms to cancel services

Network Rail Kent & Sussex @NetworkRailSE ? 1h ??We?re responding to a suspected derailment involving a train near Selhurst Depot, which is blocking the lines towards Norwood Junction and London Bridge ?This is causing disruption to services in the area There are no confirmed injuries at this time. Our teams are on site and specialist staff are supporting the response while the incident is investigated ??We?ll provide further updates as soon as possible
Hour-long delays are expected (Picture: Network Rail Kent & Sussex/@NetworkRailSE)

Southern, Thameslink and Gatwick Express services are all facing major disruption this morning after a train derailed.

The three train operators have issued ‘do not travel’ warnings, with cancellations and delays of up to an hour expected until 1pm.

The train derailed near Selhurst Depot, blocking the lines towards Norwood Junction and London Bridge.

No one has been injured.

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A fault with the signalling system between Norwood Junction and London Blackfriars is also behind today’s delays.

Impacted Southern services include:

  • Epsom to London Bridge services suspended 
  • Tattenham Corner/Caterham to London Bridge services diverted via an alternative route 
  • Uckfield to London Bridge – a reduced service

Thameslink said the following services are suspended:

  • London Bridge to East Grinstead 
  • Brighton to Cambridge 
  • Bedford to Three Bridges

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