This video shows the full extent of the queues faced by commuters at East Croydon station last night.
Thousands were left facing lengthy delays after a mudslide on the line caused havoc for rail companies.
The half-mile queue stretched from East Croydon station to Lower Addiscombe Road.
Yet despite the despair hanging in the air, a true British spirit of optimism ensued among those facing the delays.
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