#train-services

#train-services

"The new fleet, which has cost an estimated 942 million, was ordered to replace 33 of the oldest existing trains on the DLR network, some of which are over 30 years old."

A reduced Docklands Light Railway (DLR) timetable has been introduced, eliminating Beckton to Canning Town/Stratford International services, with adjustments from Stratford to Lewisham during peak hours.

Officers were called to the railway line in Tonge, near Sittingbourne, shortly after 12.45pm on Sunday following reports of a train striking a van. Paramedics also attended, but the person died at the scene.

In 2024, about 64 percent of Deutsche Bahn's long-distance passenger trains reached their destination on time, compared to 93.2 percent in Switzerland.

Network Rail is warning that the Brighton mainline railway via Gatwick Airport will be closed on Sunday 13th July for urgent repair works.

A rail company has issued a warning advising customers not to travel on trains to London due to damage to cables approximately 300 miles away.

Trains will be busier than usual, particularly on coastal routes due to predicted high temperatures that lead to emergency speed restrictions.

Starting June 23, several train services will undergo diversions and cancellations due to essential engineering works, necessitating alternative transport arrangements for passengers.

From June 15th, families in Germany will no longer enjoy discounted seat reservations on Deutsche Bahn, leading to considerably higher travel costs for families.

There will be fewer peak hour services operating on the Metropolitan line for the first week of June as the new signalling system is implemented.

The Heathrow Express now runs its first train at 4:34am from Paddington, competing directly with the earlier Elizabeth line service for early morning flyers.

The first New Jersey Transit strike in decades will end after a deal was reached Sunday that will get the trains running in time for the Monday morning rush hour.

"Rail unions representing train drivers, conductors and technicians have issued overlapping strike notices for the period from Monday, May 5th to Sunday, May 11th - targeting the holiday weekend around VE Day."

The Elizabeth line has begun showing crowd information, enhancing passenger awareness and experience, though this feature is currently available only at select stations.

Network Rail has announced that train services in south London will be disrupted over the Easter weekend due to a major upgrade programme, urging passengers to plan ahead.

Southern train services will experience changes from March 17 to March 20 due to engineering work affecting journeys between Croydon, Lewisham, and London.

New Year's Eve this year will see Southeastern running a Saturday service with additional trains, ensuring that all routes are operational for festive celebrations.