British Transport Police are at the scene of the derailment in Sussex (X/@SussexTW)Emergency services are at the scene of a train derailment between Haywards Heath and Lewes in Sussex.Photographs shared online show at least two carriages of a train lying on their side, with two passengers stood on top. In a statement, British Transport Police said: “Officers are currently on scene close to Lewes railway station following reports of a derailed train at 3.54pm today (13 August). “We’re responding alongside paramedics and the fire service and will provide more information as soon as we can.” In updates, Southern Rail said passengers who are currently on trains close to Lewes station should remain on the train and await further updates.The rail operator said: “A train has derailed in the area between Haywards Heath and Lewes. Emergency services are making their way to the scene and we are working out the impact this will have on our network.“At this time, no trains can run between; – Brighton and Lewes – Haywards Heath and Lewes – Seaford/Eastbourne and Lewes.”Have you witnessed the crash or have pictures from the scene? Email bryony.gooch@independent.co.ukTrain brought to a standstill as emergency teams and engineers work on sceneTrain movements in and around Lewes railway station have been stopped or significantly reduced while emergency response teams, Network Rail engineers and other specialist staff work to assess the situation and ensure the railway is safe, Southern Rail has said.“At present, Southern are working closely with local teams and colleagues at Network Rail to assess the situation and understand the impact on services.“They appreciate that this disruption may be causing inconvenience to your journey“Please be assured that teams are doing everything possible to resolve the issue safely and as quickly as possible.“They will continue to provide updates as soon as more information becomes available.”Bryony Gooch13 August 2026 17:10In pictures: Train derailed in Lewes(X/@SussexTW)(X/@SussexTW)Bryony Gooch13 August 2026 17:07Gatwick travellers warned to add 90 mins to journeyThose hoping to travel to Gatwick Airport have been advised to allow at least an extra 90 minutes to their journey to ensure they make their flight connections, Southern Rail has warned.Bryony Gooch13 August 2026 17:06Where will trains be unable to run?At this time, no trains can run between:Brighton and Lewes Haywards Heath and Lewes Seaford/Eastbourne and LewesCustomers have been advised to delay their journeys in this area until later on today, or use an alternative route to travel.Bryony Gooch13 August 2026 17:05Major disruption on line til 10pmSouthern Rail has warned customers will face major disruption until 10pm after a train was derailed in the Lewes area, which has closed all lines running through this station.“As a result of this, trains are currently unable to run through the area to allow the emergency services to attend the incident.”Bryony Gooch13 August 2026 17:04Fire crews arrive at scene of derailment as people warned to avoid the areaFire crews have arrived at the scene of a train derailment near Lewes in East Sussex, and have warned people to avoid the area.East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service said they were called to an incident near Lewes train station.“Other emergencies services have also been alerted,” the service said in a statement.“We continue to work at the scene alongside our emergency service colleagues and other partners.“Please avoid the area.”Bryony Gooch13 August 2026 17:02Multi-agency response in place as train derailed near Lewes railway stationOfficers are currently on scene close to Lewes railway station following reports of a derailed train at 3.54pm on Thursday.British Transport Police said: “We’re responding alongside paramedics and the fire service and will provide more information as soon as we can.”Bryony Gooch13 August 2026 17:01Emergency services rush to the scene after train derailedEmergency services are on the way to a train derailment between Haywards Heath and Lewes in Sussex, Southern Rail has said.The Independent will bring you the latest as the incident unfurls.Bryony Gooch13 August 2026 16:59