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Thameslink services between Dartford and Rainham

Thameslink services between Dartford and Rainham, from about 17:55. 8 trains between Dartford and Rainham (Essex) were cancelled or cut short. 1 train arrived 30 or more minutes late.

What Happened

  1. First cancellation from Dartford.
  2. Thameslink services between Dartford and Rainham.
  3. Trains running again.

“Thameslink services between Dartford and Rainham may be cancelled, delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised. Latest information can be found in the Disruptions area of the National Rail website.”

Source: National Rail

Trains Affected

BookedTrainWhat Happened
17:30Rainham (Kent) → Dartford37 min late, arrived 18:52
17:30Dartford → Rainham (Kent)Cancelled
18:00Dartford → Rainham (Kent)Cancelled
18:00Rainham (Kent) → DartfordCancelled
18:30Rainham (Kent) → DartfordCancelled
18:30Dartford → Rainham (Kent)Terminated Short
19:00Rainham (Kent) → DartfordCancelled
19:00Dartford → Rainham (Kent)Terminated Short
19:30Rainham (Kent) → DartfordCancelled

Can I Claim?

Yes, if you arrived 15+ minutes late. Thameslink pays 25% of your single fare for 15 to 29 minutes, 50% for 30 to 59, and 100% for 60 or more. It counts even if you went another way or waited for a later train: the delay is measured against the train you meant to catch. You have 28 days.

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Questions

What happened to Dartford to Rainham (Essex) trains on Friday 23 October 2026?

Thameslink services between Dartford and Rainham, from about 17:55. 8 trains between Dartford and Rainham (Essex) were cancelled or cut short. 1 train arrived 30 or more minutes late.

How much Delay Repay can I get?

Thameslink pays 25% of your single fare for 15 to 29 minutes, 50% for 30 to 59, and 100% for 60 or more. Railhop finds your train and works out the amount for your ticket.

When is the last day to claim?

You have 28 days from the day you travelled, so claim by Friday 20 November 2026.

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