Rail services to and from Gatwick Airport are disrupted after sinkholes are reported near a South London railway bridge. Multiple outlets say all lines between Purley and East Croydon are immediately shut to protect passengers, with Gatwick Express also suspended. The closures affect routes that connect London with Gatwick and onward travel including Brighton-linked services, prompting wide rail disruption across the area.
Passengers are reported to be stranded at or near Gatwick and are advised not to travel by train operators or rail information services. Some travellers wait for alternative transport, including replacement buses, as the operator and Network Rail carry out urgent repairs and assess damage. Reports describe queues and delays while services are halted.
Network Rail states that urgent repairs are under way, and rail services remain closed while engineers work on the affected infrastructure. The disruption continues through the day as passengers seek updates and alternative ways to reach their destinations.
