Replacement buses replace trains across multiple routes on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March, with particularly significant disruption at Lewisham, Dartford and Ashford services.
Network Rail engineers will carry out essential maintenance work across the South East rail network this weekend, with services suspended on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March. The disruption will affect multiple routes in Kent and greater London, requiring passengers to use replacement bus services.
The most significant impact will be at Lewisham station, where no trains will operate throughout the entire weekend. Passengers are advised that buses will replace trains between New Cross and Dartford via the Bexleyheath line during this period. On Sunday 22 March, buses will also replace train services via Beckenham Junction.
Additional disruption will affect services between Paddock Wood and Ashford International, with replacement bus services in operation throughout the weekend. All Metro routes passing through the affected areas will be subject to changes, and journey times may be longer than usual when using replacement bus services.
Passengers are strongly advised to plan ahead and check journey planners for revised timetables before travelling this weekend. More detailed information about exact bus departure times and alternative travel arrangements is available through National Rail Enquiries and the Southeastern Railway website.
Key Information
- No trains at Lewisham station on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 March; replacement buses available
- Buses replace trains between New Cross and Dartford via Bexleyheath on both days
- Sunday 22 March: additional bus replacement services via Beckenham Junction
- Paddock Wood to Ashford International services disrupted; buses in operation
- Journey times may be longer than normal on replacement bus services
- Check updated timetables at National Rail Enquiries before travelling
