Train journeys have been “severely disrupted”, according to Southern Rail.

Rail services to and from Portsmouth are facing delays this morning after a person was struck by a train.

According to Southern Rail, a person has been hit by a train between Arundel and Horsham earlier today (Thursday, October 22), blocking all lines in the process.

Southern Rail services are being delayed and cancelled after a person was hit by a train.

placeholder image — Southern Rail services are being delayed and cancelled after a person was hit by a train.

This means that Southern Rail services that normally run between Portsmouth and London Victoria, or Brighton, have come to a standstill.

Posting on X, a spokesperson said: “We're sorry to advise that a person has been hit by a train between Arundel and Horsham all lines are blocked

“Train services running through these stations will be cancelled, delayed by up to 45 minutes or revised. Disruption is expected until 11.30am.

“If you are travelling from Fareham, Portsmouth or Havant towards London, you will need to use South Western services to London Waterloo. From here you can use London Underground services between London terminals to reach your destination.”