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There are minor delays on the Central line due to train cancellations.

Commuters travelling across the route may experience slightly longer wait times while services recover.

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Gallows Corner Flyover fully closed for refurbishment

15:58 , Nuray Bulbul

The Gallows Corner Flyover is closed in all directions as refurbishment works are carried out at the junction of Eastern Avenue East and Colchester Road.

A full closure of the flyover and roundabout, including all approaches, is in place while the works are completed.

Drivers are advised to plan alternative routes and expect delays.

Severe delays on London Overground after earlier incident at Surrey Quays

15:42 , Nuray Bulbul

There is no service between Highbury & Islington station and Dalston Junction station, and between Surrey Quays station and New Cross station due to a passenger falling ill on a train at Surrey Quays.

The rest of the line is experiencing severe delays while services recover. Passengers are advised to allow extra time for their journeys.

District line resumes good service

15:29 , Nuray Bulbul

The District line is providing a good service.

Minor delays on the District line

15:20 , Nuray Bulbul

There are minor delays on the District line between Earl's Court and Richmond while TfL fix a faulty train at Kew Gardens.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Severe delays on the Windrush line

15:04 , Nuray Bulbul

The Windrush line is reporting severe delays across its entire line.

Woolwich Ferry providing a good service

14:51 , Nuray Bulbul

The Woolwich Ferry is currently providing a good service.

Evening engineering works to replace trains with buses on Chingford route

14:37 , Nuray Bulbul

Engineering work between Hackney Downs railway station and Chingford railway station will close all lines late in the evening.

From 22:55 until the end of service each night, buses will replace trains between Hackney Downs and Chingford.

The last three buses each night will run between London Liverpool Street station and Chingford.

The final trains before the closure will be the 22:33 service from London Liverpool Street to Chingford and the 22:53 service from Chingford to London Liverpool Street.

Minor delays continue on the Central line

14:24 , Nuray Bulbul

There are minor delays due to train cancellations.

King William Street closed southbound for road works

14:14 , Nuray Bulbul

King William Street is closed southbound at the junction with Lombard Street.

The closure is in place to facilitate urban realm improvement works in the area.

Drivers are advised to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys.

Gallows Corner Flyover closed for major refurbishment works

13:54 , Nuray Bulbul

The Gallows Corner Flyover is closed as refurbishment works take place at the junction of Eastern Avenue East and Colchester Road.

There is a full closure of the flyover and the roundabout, including all approaches, while the work is carried out.

Drivers travelling through the area are advised to plan ahead and expect disruption.

Eastbound trains not stopping at Barons Court until June 7

13:34 , Nuray Bulbul

Until Sunday June 7, eastbound trains will not stop at Barons Court station.

Passengers travelling eastbound from the station should take a westbound train and change to an eastbound service at Hammersmith station.

Those travelling eastbound to Barons Court are advised to continue to West Kensington station (District line) or Earl's Court station (Piccadilly line) and change to a westbound service.

Cutty Sark DLR station closed until spring 2026 for escalator works

13:14 , Nuray Bulbul

Cutty Sark DLR station is closed until spring 2026 while all four escalators at the station are replaced.

Passengers are advised to use nearby Greenwich DLR station to complete their journeys while the work takes place.

Northern line resumes good service

13:04 , Nuray Bulbul

The Northern line is currently providing a good service.

Central line resumes good service

12:51 , Nuray Bulbul

The Central line is now providing a good service.

Good service running on Woolwich Ferry

12:40 , Nuray Bulbul

There is currently a good service on the Woolwich Ferry.

The free crossing between Woolwich and North Woolwich is running normally for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.

Victoria line resumes good service

12:26 , Nuray Bulbul

The Victoria line is providing a good service.

Minor delays on the Victoria line

12:14 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays due to an earlier faulty train at Warren Street.

Piccadilly line resumes good service

12:02 , Nuray Bulbul

The Piccadilly line is now providing a good service.

Bakerloo line resumes good service

11:47 , Nuray Bulbul

The Bakerloo line is providing a good service.

Piccadilly line update

11:35 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays between Acton Town and Heathrow Airport/Uxbridge due to an earlier signal failure at Boston Manor and an earlier customer incident at Heathrow Terminal 5.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

IFS Cloud Cable Car closed for annual maintenance

11:25 , Nuray Bulbul

The IFS Cloud Cable Car is currently closed for its annual maintenance.

The service, which crosses the River Thames between Greenwich Peninsula and Royal Docks, is expected to reopen on Friday, March 13.

Northern line part suspended

11:10 , Nuray Bulbul

No service between Charing Cross and Battersea Power Station while TfL fix a track fault at Kennington.

London Buses are accepting tickets via any reasonable routes.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Piccadilly line part suspended

10:56 , Nuray Bulbul

No service between Heathrow Terminals 2&3 and Heathrow Terminal 5 while TfL deal with a customer incident at Heathrow Terminal 5.

There are minor delays on the rest of the line due to an earlier signal failure at Boston Manor.

Lane closures on North Circular at Barking Roundabout for gas works

10:43 , Nuray Bulbul

Lane closures are in place on the North Circular Road in both directions at the junction with Barking Road.

The restrictions affect slip roads approaching and around Barking Roundabout while Cadent Gas carries out works in the area.

Temporary traffic signals have also been installed, and drivers may face delays.

Minor delays on the Piccadilly line

10:29 , Nuray Bulbul

The Piccadilly line is reporting minor delays.

Minor delays on the Central line

10:17 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays on the Central line due to train cancellations.

Disruption between Barnham and Arundel expected until 1pm

10:01 , Nuray Bulbul

A signalling fault between Barnham and Arundel means fewer trains are able to run through the area.

As a result, some services may be revised on routes between Portsmouth Harbour railway station, Havant railway station and Bognor Regis railway station and London Victoria railway station.

Trains between Southampton Central railway station, Portsmouth Harbour and Portsmouth & Southsea railway station and Horsham railway station may also be affected.

Disruption is expected to continue until 1pm.

Northern line resumes good service

09:47 , Nuray Bulbul

The Northern line is providing a good service.

Severe delays continue on the Northern line

09:36 , Nuray Bulbul

Severe delays between Camden Town and Kennington via Charing Cross northbound only due to an earlier fire alert at Kennington.

Jubilee line resumes good service

09:19 , Nuray Bulbul

The Jubilee line is providing a good service.

Bakerloo line resumes good service

09:11 , Nuray Bulbul

The Bakerloo line is providing a good service.

Good service running on Woolwich Ferry

09:00 , Nuray Bulbul

There is currently a good service on the Woolwich Ferry.

The river crossing between Woolwich and North Woolwich is operating normally for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians.

Jubilee line update

08:50 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays following a late finish of engineering work at Baker Street.

Eastbound trains to skip Barons Court until June 7

08:42 , Nuray Bulbul

Until Sunday, June 7, eastbound trains will not stop at Barons Court.

Passengers travelling eastbound from the station are advised to take a westbound District or Piccadilly line train and change to an eastbound service at Hammersmith.

Those travelling eastbound to Barons Court should continue to West Kensington on the District line or Earl’s Court on the Piccadilly line and change to a westbound service to reach the station.

Northern line update

08:30 , Nuray Bulbul

No service between Charing Cross and Battersea Power Station and severe delays between Camden Town and Charing Cross while TfL respond to a fire alert at Kennington.

Minor delays on the Central line

08:21 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays between Woodford and Hainault due to an earlier faulty train at Roding Valley.

Bakerloo line update

08:12 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays following a late finish of engineering work at Baker Street.

Northern line update

08:00 , Nuray Bulbul

No service between Charing Cross and Battersea Power Station and severe delays between Camden Town and Charing Cross while TfL respond to a fire alert at Kennington.

Severe delays on the Bakerloo line

07:41 , Nuray Bulbul

Severe delays following a late finish of engineering work at Baker Street.

Severe delays on the Jubilee line

07:32 , Nuray Bulbul

Severe delays following a late finish of engineering work at Baker Street.

Tickets are being accepted on London Buses, DLR, Elizabeth line and Thameslink services.

Piccadilly line disruption

07:12 , Nuray Bulbul

There is no service eastbound between Heathrow Airport and Acton Town and severe delays westbound between Acton Town and Heathrow Airport while engineers fix a signal failure at Boston Manor.

There are also minor delays between Acton Town and Cockfosters, with a good service on the rest of the line.

Tickets are being accepted on London Buses and the Elizabeth line, with passengers travelling to or from Heathrow advised to use the Elizabeth line for a faster journey.

Welcome to our travel blog

07:01 , Nuray Bulbul

Welcome to our live coverage of disruption affecting travel to and from London.

Temporary traffic signals on Chiswick High Road for BT works

Thursday 5 March 2026 15:58 , Nuray Bulbul

Temporary traffic signals are in operation on [A315] Chiswick High Road at the junction with [A402] Goldhawk Road in all directions to allow BT works to take place.

No service and severe delays after points failure at Clapton

Thursday 5 March 2026 15:49 , Nuray Bulbul

There is no service between Edmonton Green and Cheshunt and severe delays between London Liverpool Street and Enfield Town / Chingford following an earlier points failure at Clapton.

London Underground is accepting tickets via any reasonable route while disruption continues.

Lane closures and temporary signals at Barking Roundabout for gas works

Thursday 5 March 2026 15:37 , Nuray Bulbul

Lane closures are in place on the [A406] North Circular Road at the junction with [A124] Barking Road as Cadent Gas works take place around Barking Roundabout.

The closures affect slip roads approaching and around the roundabout, with temporary traffic signals also in operation while the work is carried out. Motorists may experience delays in the area.

Severe delays on the Bakerloo line

Thursday 5 March 2026 15:25 , Nuray Bulbul

Severe delays between Queen's Park and Elephant & Castle while TfL fix a track fault at Piccadilly Circus.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

London Buses, Lioness line and Thameslink are accepting tickets via any reasonable route.

Gallows Corner flyover and roundabout fully closed for refurbishment works

Thursday 5 March 2026 15:14 , Nuray Bulbul

Drivers are being warned of major restrictions at Gallows Corner as refurbishment works continue on the flyover.

The works are taking place on the [A12] Eastern Avenue East at the junction with [A12] Colchester Road, where various traffic restrictions are in place.

The Gallows Corner flyover and the roundabout, including all approaches, are fully closed while the refurbishment project is carried out. Motorists are advised to plan ahead and allow extra time for journeys in the area.

Buses replace late night / early morning trains between Hackney Downs and Chingford

Thursday 5 March 2026 14:54 , Nuray Bulbul

Overnight engineering work will close the lines between Hackney Downs and Chingford from Monday evening until Friday morning.

From 22:55 until the end of service each night, buses will replace trains between Hackney Downs and Chingford. The final three replacement buses each night will run between London Liverpool Street and Chingford.

The last trains to run before the closures each evening will be:

• The 22:33 London Liverpool Street to Chingford service
• The 22:53 Chingford to London Liverpool Street service.

Woolwich Ferry providing a good service

Thursday 5 March 2026 14:34 , Nuray Bulbul

The Woolwich Ferry is currently providing a good service.

London Marylebone disruption expected until 3pm

Thursday 5 March 2026 14:14 , Nuray Bulbul

The disruption at London Marylebone is now expected until 3pm.

Weaver line update

Thursday 5 March 2026 13:48 , Nuray Bulbul

No service between Chingford and Hackney Downs while we fix a points failure at Clapton.

There are severe delays between Liverpool Street and Enfield/Cheshunt. London Underground are accepting tickets via any reasonable routes.

Bakerloo line resumes good service

Thursday 5 March 2026 13:36 , Nuray Bulbul

The Bakerloo line is currently providing a good service.

Northern line resumes good service

Thursday 5 March 2026 13:12 , Nuray Bulbul

The Northern line is currently providing a good service.

Minor delays continue on the Northern line

Thursday 5 March 2026 13:01 , Nuray Bulbul

The Northern line is reporting minor delays between Camden Town and Morden southbound only via Bank while we fix a track fault at Elephant and Castle.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Temporary traffic lights on Shoreditch High Street for emergency UKPN works

Thursday 5 March 2026 12:53 , Nuray Bulbul

Temporary traffic signals are in place on [A10] Shoreditch High Street at the junction with Rivington Street in all directions to allow emergency UKPN works to take place.

Marylebone disruption expected until 1pm

Thursday 5 March 2026 12:38 , Nuray Bulbul

The disruption at London Marylebone is now expected until 1pm.

Disruption in the Hackney Downs area expected until 1pm

Thursday 5 March 2026 12:23 , Nuray Bulbul

A points failure in the Clapton area is disrupting rail services this morning, with all lines affected. As a result, trains running through Hackney Downs may be delayed, cancelled or revised.

Disruption is expected to continue until around 1pm.

Greater Anglia says passengers with advance tickets can travel on earlier or later services if their booked train is cancelled.

On the London Overground, trains between Hackney Downs and Chingford are being cancelled, with a reduced service running between London Liverpool Street and Enfield Chase / Cheshunt.

Tickets are being accepted on London Buses via any reasonable route while the disruption continues.

Severe delays on the Bakerloo line

Thursday 5 March 2026 12:10 , Nuray Bulbul

Severe delays due to an earlier signal systems failure at Wembley Central.

Minor delays on the Northern line

Thursday 5 March 2026 12:01 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays between Camden Town and Morden southbound only via Bank while we fix a track fault at Elephant and Castle.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Weaver line part suspended

Thursday 5 March 2026 11:51 , Nuray Bulbul

No service between Chingford and Hackney Downs while TfL fix a points failure at Clapton.

London Underground are accepting tickets via any reasonable routes.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Good service on the Woolwich Ferry

Thursday 5 March 2026 11:35 , Nuray Bulbul

The Woolwich Ferry is currently providing a good service.

Good service on all lines

Thursday 5 March 2026 11:19 , Nuray Bulbul

There is currently a good service across the London Underground.

Marylebone interruption

Thursday 5 March 2026 11:04 , Nuray Bulbul

An earlier signalling fault in the London Marylebone area has now been resolved.

As services recover, trains to and from London Marylebone may still be cancelled, delayed by up to 60 minutes, or revised.

Major disruption is expected to continue until around 11:30.

IFS Cloud Cable Car to close for yearly maintenance

Thursday 5 March 2026 10:51 , Nuray Bulbul

The IFS Cloud Cable Car will be closed for annual maintenance on Thursday March 12 2026.

Services are expected to resume on Friday March 13.

Lane closures and temporary signals on North Circular near Barking Roundabout for gas works

Thursday 5 March 2026 10:35 , Nuray Bulbul

Lane closures are in place on the slip roads approaching and around Barking Roundabout on [A406] North Circular Road at the junction with [A124] Barking Road to allow Cadent Gas works.

Temporary signals are also in operation while the work is carried out.

Central line resumes good service

Thursday 5 March 2026 10:22 , Nuray Bulbul

The Central line is currently providing a good service.

Minor delays on the Central line

Thursday 5 March 2026 10:11 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays are affecting the Central line between White City and Ealing Broadway / West Ruislip due to an earlier faulty train at Notting Hill Gate.

The rest of the line is running with a good service.

Gallows Corner flyover closed as refurbishment works continue

Thursday 5 March 2026 10:00 , Nuray Bulbul

Drivers in east London are being warned of significant disruption around Gallows Corner as refurbishment works continue on the flyover.

The works are taking place on the A12 Eastern Avenue East at the junction with Colchester Road, where a series of traffic restrictions have been put in place to allow the major upgrade project to go ahead.

The Gallows Corner flyover and the roundabout below it are currently fully closed, including all approach roads, while the refurbishment is carried out.

Temporary traffic lights on Shoreditch High Street for emergency works

Thursday 5 March 2026 09:48 , Nuray Bulbul

Temporary traffic signals are in operation on [A10] Shoreditch High Street at the junction with Rivington Street in all directions to facilitate emergency UKPN works.

Minor delays on the Central line

Thursday 5 March 2026 09:39 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays westbound only while TfL fix a faulty train at Notting Hill Gate.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Use your tickets on the following services

Thursday 5 March 2026 09:29 , Nuray Bulbul

Passengers affected by the disruption can use their tickets at no extra cost on the following services:

Avanti West Coast between Birmingham New Street and London Euston

CrossCountry via any reasonable route

Great Western Railway between Banbury and London Paddington

London Northwestern Railway via any reasonable route

London Underground and London Trams via any reasonable route London Buses routes 18, 92, 395, 114 and 331.

Good service across all London Underground lines

Thursday 5 March 2026 09:14 , Nuray Bulbul

There is a good service across the London Underground.

Elizabeth line resumes good service

Thursday 5 March 2026 09:00 , Nuray Bulbul

The Elizabeth line is currently providing a good service.

Disruption to and from London Marylebone expected until 09:00

Thursday 5 March 2026 08:45 , Nuray Bulbul

A signalling fault in the London Marylebone area has blocked all lines, meaning trains to and from the station may be cancelled, delayed by up to 30 minutes, or revised.

Disruption is expected to continue until around 09:00.

Elizabeth line update

Thursday 5 March 2026 08:31 , Nuray Bulbul

The Elizabeth line is currently operating with minor delays.

Woolwich Ferry resumes good service

Thursday 5 March 2026 08:18 , Nuray Bulbul

The Woolwich Ferry resumes good service.

Chancery Lane station resumes good service

Thursday 5 March 2026 08:10 , Nuray Bulbul

Chancery Lane station is open again and providing a good service.

Woolwich Ferry suspended

Thursday 5 March 2026 07:59 , Nuray Bulbul

Woolwich Ferry is suspended due to adverse weather conditions.

Chancery Lane station closed

Thursday 5 March 2026 07:53 , Nuray Bulbul

This station is closed due to unavailability of station staff. Tickets are being accepted on London Buses.

The Northern line providing a good service

Thursday 5 March 2026 07:29 , Nuray Bulbul

Northern line resumes good service.

Minor delays on the Northern line

Thursday 5 March 2026 07:22 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays between Morden and Kennington northbound only due to an earlier faulty train at Morden.

Severe delays on the Elizabeth line

Thursday 5 March 2026 07:12 , Nuray Bulbul

Severe delays are affecting the Elizabeth line between Whitechapel and Shenfield while engineers work to fix a signal failure at Shenfield.

Tickets are currently being accepted on London Underground services, and the rest of the line is running with a good service.

Welcome to our London travel live blog

Thursday 5 March 2026 07:01 , Nuray Bulbul

We’ll be bringing you the latest updates on Tube, rail and road disruption across the capital this morning as commuters begin their journeys.

London travel live blog concludes as all lines continue to run a good service

Wednesday 4 March 2026 10:39 , Nuray Bulbul

The London travel live blog comes to an end for today.

Bakerloo line resumes good service

Wednesday 4 March 2026 10:27 , Nuray Bulbul

The Bakerloo line is currently providing a good service.

Barons Court eastbound trains not stopping until June 7

Wednesday 4 March 2026 10:11 , Nuray Bulbul

Until Sunday June 7, Barons Court tube station will not be served by eastbound trains.

If travelling eastbound from the station, take a westbound District or Piccadilly line train and change to eastbound services at Hammersmith tube station.

If travelling eastbound to Barons Court, continue to West Kensington tube station (District line) or Earl's Court tube station (Piccadilly line) and change to a westbound service.

Passengers are advised to allow extra time for their journeys.

Minor delays on the Bakerloo line

Wednesday 4 March 2026 09:56 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays due to an earlier signal failure at Lambeth North.

Woolwich Ferry providing a good service

Wednesday 4 March 2026 09:39 , Nuray Bulbul

The Woolwich Ferry is currently providing a good service.

Albert Bridge Road closed in both directions

Wednesday 4 March 2026 09:27 , Nuray Bulbul

The A3031 Albert Bridge Road is closed in both directions at the junction with A3212 Chelsea Embankment due to local borough works.

Drivers should follow diversion routes and allow extra time for their journeys.

Bakerloo line update

Wednesday 4 March 2026 09:13 , Nuray Bulbul

There are severe delays between Queen's Park railway station and Harrow & Wealdstone railway station due to an earlier signal failure at Lambeth North tube station.

The rest of the Bakerloo line is experiencing minor delays.

Tickets are being accepted on London Buses, the Lioness Line and Thameslink via any reasonable route. Passengers are advised to allow extra time for their journeys.

King’s Cross and Stansted routes recovering after earlier disruption

Wednesday 4 March 2026 08:58 , Nuray Bulbul

Services via London Kings Cross railway station and to Stansted Airport railway station are returning to normal after a level crossing collision between Waterbeach and Ely.

All lines have reopened, but CrossCountry trains between Cambridge North and Ely may still face delays of up to 10 minutes. Disruption is expected until around 09:00.

Tickets are being accepted on alternative routes via London Euston railway station, London St Pancras International railway station and London Liverpool Street railway station. Passengers should check before travelling.

Albert Bridge Road closed for local works

Wednesday 4 March 2026 08:44 , Nuray Bulbul

The A3031 Albert Bridge Road is closed in both directions at the junction with A3212 Chelsea Embankment due to local borough works.

Drivers are advised to seek alternative routes and allow extra time for their journeys.

Full closure at Gallows Corner Flyover

Wednesday 4 March 2026 08:32 , Nuray Bulbul

There are extensive restrictions in place on the A12 Eastern Avenue East at the junction with A12 Colchester Road as refurbishment works continue at the Gallows Corner Flyover.

The flyover itself and the roundabout, including all approaches, are currently fully closed.

Motorists should expect delays in the area and follow signed diversion routes.

Woolwich Ferry providing a good service

Wednesday 4 March 2026 08:15 , Nuray Bulbul

The Woolwich Ferry is currently providing a good service.

Waterloo & City line resumes good service

Wednesday 4 March 2026 08:09 , Nuray Bulbul

The Waterloo & City line is now providing a good service.

IFS Cloud Cable Car closed

Wednesday 4 March 2026 08:00 , Nuray Bulbul

IFS Cloud Cable Car is closed for annual maintenance.

Minor delays on the Waterloo & City line

Wednesday 4 March 2026 07:46 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays while TfL fix a faulty train at Bank.

Bakerloo line update

Wednesday 4 March 2026 07:33 , Nuray Bulbul

Severe delays due to an earlier signal failure at Lambeth North.

Bakerloo line part-suspended with severe delays

Wednesday 4 March 2026 07:25 , Nuray Bulbul

There is currently no service between Piccadilly Circus tube station and Elephant & Castle tube station on the Bakerloo line while engineers fix a signal failure at Lambeth North tube station.

The rest of the line is experiencing severe delays.

Tickets are being accepted on London Buses, the Lioness Line and Thameslink via any reasonable route. Passengers are advised to allow extra time for their journeys.

Welcome back to the blog

Wednesday 4 March 2026 07:13 , Nuray Bulbul

Good morning and welcome back to the travel blog.

We will bring you the latest travel updates across London’s network today.

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