A FREIGHT train has broken down, blocking a railway line in both directions.
The train is stuck at Balcombe and is blocking the line between Haywards Heath and Three Bridges.
Network Rail and Southern are currently working with the driver to fix the fault.
⚠️ A freight train has broken down at Balcombe.
— Southern (@SouthernRailUK) June 6, 2022
❌ This means the line from Haywards Heath towards Three Bridges is blocked.
A spokesman for Southern said: “We're working with Network Rail and the driver to rectify the fault.
“We'll let you know once the affected train has been able to move.
“The freight train is still blocking the line between Haywards Heath and Three Bridges.
“Services between Littlehampton and London Victoria may be diverted through Horsham, and others may be cancelled.”
Southern have urged passengers to check ahead at http://nationalrail.co.uk
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