23-06-2025
Delays and alterations on south Essex c2c line as object caught in overhead wires
SERVICES across c2c's south Essex network are being disrupted this morning following reports of an object caught in overhead wires.
Passengers travelling both two and from London can expect to see alterations to their journeys.
There is currently no further detail about the cause of the disruption, but it appears to be focused around Barking station.
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At around 6.45am, c2c said: "Due to an object being caught on the overhead electric wires, the 5.44am Shoebury to London Fenchurch Street service and the 6.59am London Fenchurch Street to Shoebury service have been altered."
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This has been followed by further updates of later trains being hit by the same issue.
The disruption comes as south Essex passengers are continuing to be asked to avoid using contactless payment due to an overcharging error.
A technical issue in the rail operator's fares data means pay as you go with contactless fares are currently being charged at an additional £3.
