Key Highlights
- TFL lines to be shut in North and West London this weekend due to maintenance work.
- Mildmay line and Windrush line will have significant service disruptions on Sunday, November 16.
- No service between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Uxbridge due to maintenance on the Metropolitan line from Saturday, November 15 – Sunday, November 16.
- A reduced Elizabeth line service is expected between Paddington and Maidenhead only over both days.
London’s Transport Network Undergoing Critical Maintenance This Weekend
The transport network in London is facing significant disruptions this weekend as a result of scheduled maintenance work by Transport for London (TfL) and Network Rail. Passengers across various routes, including the Tube, Overground, DLR, and Elizabeth line, will experience part-shut or reduced services, impacting journeys particularly in North and West London.
Tube Line Closures
The closures on the London Underground are expected to affect commuters in key areas such as Hillingdon, Harrow, Ealing, and Camden. The Metropolitan line is set for a major disruption with no service between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Uxbridge from Saturday, November 15 – Sunday, November 16. This will force passengers to find alternative services or use local bus routes.
The Piccadilly line also faces disruptions with no service between Acton Town and Uxbridge during the same period for maintenance work. Passengers are encouraged to explore other available Tube services or local bus options as a workaround.
Overground Line Disruptions
The Overground network will see significant changes this weekend. The Mildmay line is expected to have no service between Gospel Oak and Richmond/Shepherd’s Bush on both Saturday, November 15 – Sunday, November 16 due to Network Rail maintenance work. Passengers are advised to use alternative Tube services or local bus routes during these times.
Additionally, the Windrush line will cease operations after 10:15 PM on Sunday, November 16 for Network Rail maintenance. Local and replacement buses will replace direct services between Surrey Quays and Clapham Junction to ensure minimal disruption in this area of London.
District Line and Elizabeth Line Service Adjustments
The DLR faces service reductions with no operation between Canning Town and Stratford International on both Saturday, November 15 – Sunday, November 16. Passengers are advised to use the Jubilee line as an alternative during this period.
For those traveling into Heathrow Airport, the Elizabeth line will have significant disruptions. No services will run between Paddington and Abbey Wood/Stratford on both days for maintenance work. Additionally, no service will operate between Hayes & Harlington and Heathrow Airport, with a reduced service running only between Paddington and Maidenhead.
Passengers are encouraged to use the Piccadilly line as an alternative route into Heathrow during these times.
Advice for Travelers
TFL has advised travelers to check their routes before heading out this weekend. Rail replacement buses will run in the most impacted areas, but passengers should prepare for potential delays and changes. With these maintenance works taking place over both days, Londoners and visitors are urged to plan ahead and consider alternative modes of transport.
For further updates and detailed information, passengers can visit the official TfL website or download the MyLondon app to stay informed on real-time travel disruptions.
