Out-of-service train derails at Liverpool Street, disrupting morning services
An out-of-service London Overground train derailed after striking the buffer at Liverpool Street station at about 1am on 15 October. The driver suffered minor injuries and was taken to hospital before being discharged; an investigation is under way to establish what happened.
The collision damaged the train and closed three platforms while repairs were carried out. More than 30 trains were cancelled, with severe delays to Weaver line services to Chingford, Cheshunt and Hackney Downs. Liverpool Street handles around 98 million passengers a year, making disruption there significant for commuters.
- An empty train derailed after hitting a buffer at Liverpool Street.
- The driver had minor injuries and was later discharged.
- More than 30 cancellations disrupted services during repairs.
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Liverpool Street is one of London’s main railway stations, serving both national rail and London Overground trains. The Overground is a network of suburban rail services across London, including routes in the city’s north-east.
A buffer is a barrier at the end of a track designed to help stop a train if it travels too far. A derailment occurs when one or more wheels leave the rails; investigators examine the circumstances to establish how it happened.
The affected Overground routes connect Liverpool Street with places including Chingford, Cheshunt and Hackney Downs. The station’s large number of passengers means that closures or delays can affect many people travelling to and from work.
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Originally published by Daily Mail as “Moment train derails as it hits the buffers at London’s busiest railway station to spark rush hour chaos”.