Person hit by train between Bedford and Luton
A person was hit by a train in the early hours of today (Wednesday).
The incident happened between Bedford and Luton just before 2.40am and all lines between those stations were blocked.
No buses were laid on and the delays extended to St Albans for a time.
Services were back to normal by 7am.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Thameslink said: “It is with great sadness to report someone has been hit by a train between Luton and Bedford.
"If you or someone close to you has been affected by this or any incident, there is always someone to talk to. Contact Samaritans on 116 123 free at any time, on any phone. Help & advice is only a phone call away.”