Two more days of industrial action are set to hit London next week, prompting commuters to plan their journeys carefully. London Underground drivers who are RMT union members will walk out for 24-hour periods on Tuesday, June 2, and Thursday, June 4. These strikes are part of an ongoing dispute between the union and Transport for London (TfL).
TfL is offering a condensed four-day working week, which could mean longer shifts for drivers on the Underground network. The union claims the change will increase fatigue and compromise safety, though TfL says proposals would be voluntary. The walkout will cause major disruptions to Underground lines next week, but how will services on the Overground fare?
When Are the June 2026 Tube Strikes?
Two 24-hour periods of industrial action on the tube are planned for June, taking place on:
- Tuesday, June 2 (midnight to 11:59 p.m.)
- Thursday, June 4 (midnight to 11:59 p.m.)
Some disruption should be expected on the mornings of Wednesday, June 3, and Friday, June 5, as services return to normal. Strikes originally planned for later in June have been cancelled. However, unless the dispute is resolved, it is likely more industrial action will be announced in the summer.
Will the Underground Strikes Affect the Overground?
TfL has confirmed that the entire Overground network will run as usual during the June strikes. However, it is likely to be significantly busier than usual as Londoners avoid the Underground. Interchange access is expected to be reduced at stations that also serve the Underground.
Full List of London Overground Lines
Here are all the Overground lines you will be able to travel on during the industrial action:
- Liberty line
- Lioness line
- Mildmay line
- Suffragette line
- Weaver line
- Windrush line
How Long Will the Industrial Action Last?
This current period of strikes began in April and is due to end following the June 4 walkout. Of course, if TfL and the RMT reach an agreement, it could end sooner. If the two sides are unable to find a compromise, more strikes could be announced for later in the summer.
Is the Elizabeth Line Running During the June Strikes?
Yes. Drivers on the Elizabeth line will still be working, so you will be able to use the line as normal during the strike action. For more details, check the status of the Elizabeth line during the industrial action.
Will Trains and Buses Be Disrupted?
Trams, buses, and the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) are also due to run as normal. National Rail services are expected to be unaffected, although all of these services are likely to be more crowded than usual.
