Wimbledon train: Derailment causes disruption across London as South Western Railways service comes off tracks

Delays are expected until the end of the day

The South Western Railways train partially derailed at low speed as it came out of Wimbledon station (PA)

A derailed train near Wimbledon Station has caused mass disruption to Tube and train services in London.

The South Western Railways train partially derailed at low speed as it came out of Wimbledon station.

Nine fire engines were at the scene, the BBC reports.

There were no reports of any injuries.

Commuters who use District line services between Parsons Green and Wimbledon were advised to find alternative routes.

The South Western Railway lines later reopened, but delays were expected for the rest of the day.

A statement on the National Rail website read: "There has been a low speed partial derailment between Wimbledon and Clapham Junction, causing disruption to trains between Wimbledon and London Waterloo.

"Trains may be cancelled, delayed or revised. Disruption is expected until the end of the day."