Landslip Chaos Hits Sussex Trains Between Gatwick and Brighton
Train travel in Sussex has hit a rocky patch after a landslip between Hassocks and Burgess Hill caused major disruptions. Southern Rail confirmed the slip happened overnight, throwing the Gatwick to Brighton line into turmoil.
Services Suspended, Delays Expected
Southern Rail has suspended services at Burgess Hill, Hassocks, and Preston Park, with Gatwick Express trains between Gatwick Airport and Brighton also temporarily halted. While one line remains open, expect delays as trains struggle to bypass the damaged track.
Network Rail Scrambles to Fix the Damage
Network Rail engineers are on-site now, assessing the damage and racing to restore full service. Southern Rail warns passengers to brace for continued disruptions and limited trains running directly to Brighton.
Passengers Offered Alternative Travel and Compensation
- Gatwick Express tickets can be used on Thameslink services at no extra cost to help travellers get around.
- Those affected by delays are urged to claim Delay Repay compensation for their troubles.
Govia Thameslink Railway, running Southern Rail and Gatwick Express, apologised for the inconvenience and promised swift action to resolve the crisis.
The timing couldn’t be worse, coinciding with the Brighton Miles accessible 1 event on Saturday and the Brighton Marathon on Sunday. Event organisers may face extra headaches as travel chaos continues.
