NewsUK NewsTrainsLIVEUpdated 1 min agoSink holes have opened up causing chaos for rail passengers this afternoon as train lines were closed between Purley and East Croydon in London with the Gatwick Express also suspendedGatwick Express services have been disrupted(Image: PA)Passengers have been left stranded at Gatwick Airport in London after train lines were closed after sink holes were discovered.The shocking development has shut all train lines between Purley and East Croydon, throwing many into transport chaos this afternoon.The Gatwick Express is also suspended and isn't expected to run until Monday morning as baffled passengers were seen waiting at the airport.View PostToday18:32 BSTGatwick airport statementGatwick Airport said: "There are currently no trains running between Gatwick Airport and London Victoria or London Bridge due to blocked rail lines at Purley."Passengers travelling to the airport are advised to consider alternative routes and allow extra time for their journey."Due to high demand, passengers at the airport may experience longer waiting times for rail replacement services, and we appreciate your patience while alternative transport is in place."Today18:31 BSTStations with no servicesReedham - Coulsdon Town - Woodmansterne - Chipstead - Kingswood - Tadworth - Tattenham Corner.Today18:31 BSTImages show damage to bridgeSouthern Railway has posted pictures showing damage to a bridge just south of Purley station on the Brighton Mainline.Content cannot be displayed without consent‌Today18:27 BSTSouthern Railway post map of disruptions A message from Southern Railway added: "Urgent repairs are needed to a bridge at Purley, resulting in all lines at this station being closed."Trains are currently unable to run to/from or through this station, and will be cancelled or revised."Content cannot be displayed without consentToday18:26 BSTGatwick Express updateA message shared by Gatwick Express on X read: "All lines are blocked between Gatwick Airport and East Croydon. Gatwick Express services will be altered and you may need to change onto more than usual trains."Due to the disruption, Gatwick Express services will only run between London Victoria and East Croydon, the company said.Today18:25 BSTGatwick Express suspended due to 'sinkholes'Sinkholes were discovered, leading to the closure of all train lines between Purley and East Croydon. The Gatwick Express is also suspended and isn't expected to run until Monday morning.‌Today18:21 BSTSouthern Rai said all lines between Purley and Tettenham Corner blocked Content cannot be displayed without consent‌