A RAILWAY line has been blocked in both directions following a train fault. 

All lines between Worthing and Littlehampton have been blocked. 

A spokesman for Southern said: “All lines between Worthing and Littlehampton have been blocked.

Following reports of a train fault, the power that electrifies the line has been switched off.”

Tickets are being accepted on Stagecoach 700 between Littlehampton and Brighton, and Brighton and Hove Buses between Shoreham and Brighton.

Passengers have been urged to allow extra time for their journey.