Submitted by daniel on Sun, 17/05/2026 - 13:03 Picture Image Description Several routes have been affected by a number of incidents. Thameslink services were brought to a standstill on Sunday following a number of incidents. Thameslink Railway warned travellers that Gatwick Express, Southern and Thameslink trains would be affected by major disruption, including cancellations and delays, for several hours. The major disruption is expected to last until 3pm, the operator said, with significant issues being experienced by Thameslink. Two incidents have affected the Thameslink routes on Sunday, May 17, including an "emergency services incident" at Streatham Common, which prompted the closure of the station, and a person being hit by a train between Bedford and Luton. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT Get the day's biggest headlines in UK and World news and more Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy Thameslink services between Blackfriars and East Croydon were brought to a standstill amid the emergency services incident at Streatham Common. The closure, alongside planned engineering works, meant there would be no suitable route available to use until the station reopened. The station reopened before 1pm, with the first trains to call being the delayed 11.54am Caterham to Victoria (via London Bridge) and 12.30pm Victoria to Epsom Downs. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT Get top stories from The Express sent straight to your phone Join us on WhatsApp Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. Read our Privacy Policy Lines were reopened following the incident between Bedford and Luton, but Thameslink has warned Harlington station will not be served in either direction until further notice. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT A number of replacement bus services have been put in place to support people affected by the disruption between Bedford, Flitwick, Harlington, Leagrave and Luton. A number of services running north and south of London will accept tickets at no extra cost, including London Buses and some LNER services. Web Link Thameslink services at a standstill after 'number of incidents' - Streatham Com… Daily Express