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Havant re-signalling works: Buses will replace trains between Chichester / Petersfield and Havant / Portsmouth Harbour / Southampton Central from Monday 26 to Friday 30 October

Planned Updated: 7 Aug 2026 10:32

Engineering work is taking place between Guildford / Chichester / Petersfield and Portsmouth Harbour, closing all lines. Background information on the work can be found below.

South Western Railway:

Buses will replace trains between Petersfield and Portsmouth Harbour.

Southern:

Buses will replace trains between Chichester and Havant / Portsmouth Harbour / Southampton Central.

Southern trains between Chichester and Brighton will run to an amended timetable.

Background information:

The work is part of the Havant re-signalling programme, the next phase of the wider Portsmouth Direct Upgrade.

The Havant re-signalling programme will replace ageing signalling and interlocking equipment in the Havant area and modernise the way the railway is controlled.

During the October closure, Network Rail teams will carry out a wide range of signalling and infrastructure work, including installing new signalling equipment, cables and trackside technology. Technical information on the work taking place is available on the Network Rail website.

Check before you travel:

You can plan your journey using the National Rail Journey Planner.

Replacement bus travel advice:

For helpful advice if you need to travel on a rail replacement service, including accessibility and bicycle information, please use our Rail Replacement Services page.

You can find the pick-up and drop-off location of rail replacement services by checking station signage or by searching for your station on our Find a Station page.

Please be advised that replacement vehicles may be busier than usual, and you should allow extra time for your journey.