London Travel Disruption: Full Tube and Train Closures for April 25-26, 2026
London faces significant travel disruptions this weekend, with planned tube and train closures set to affect commuters and visitors. The Piccadilly line will be partly closed, potentially impacting participants and crowds for the London Marathon on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
Weekend Service Alterations and Closures
This week, London experienced two 24-hour strikes over four days, with RMT tube drivers walking out and causing major network disruptions. While these strikes end by midday on Friday, April 24, planned service alterations and closures will persist throughout the weekend. The London Marathon, a major event on Sunday, April 26, adds to the travel complexities, though alternative activities like the new V&A East, Avenue Q in the West End, and North London Book Fest offer non-marathon entertainment options.
Detailed Tube and Train Closures
Here are all the planned TfL train and tube closures for April 25-26, 2026:
- Piccadilly Line: On Saturday, April 25 (from 5:30 AM) and Sunday, April 26 (all day), no trains between Wood Green and Cockfosters. Additionally, no trains between Rayners Lane and Uxbridge all weekend; use the Metropolitan line as an alternative. On Sunday in the early morning (1:30 AM to 5:30 AM, including night tube), no service between King’s Cross St Pancras and Cockfosters. Eastbound trains will not call at Barons Court until June; when travelling east, go one stop west to Hammersmith and bounce back east.
- District Line: Similar to the Piccadilly line, eastbound trains will not call at Barons Court until June. Use the same workaround: travel one stop west to Hammersmith and then bounce back east.
- Waterloo and City Line: Closed on weekends, with ongoing uncertainty about future service durations.
Impact on the London Marathon
The tube strikes, ending at midday on Friday, April 24, are not expected to directly impact race day for the 2026 London Marathon. However, they may affect runners needing to collect race numbers at the ExCeL exhibition centre. Fortunately, the ExCeL is accessible by the DLR and Elizabeth line, neither of which are affected by the strikes, providing reliable alternatives for marathon participants.
Bus Strikes in East London
Bus strikes will hit east London on Friday, April 24, impacting services into Saturday morning until approximately 5 AM. Affected bus routes include 8, 25, 205, 425, N8, N25, and N205. Further strike dates in May are anticipated, so travelers should stay updated on developments.
To navigate the city during industrial action, consider using unaffected transport lines and planning routes in advance. Stay informed with the latest travel updates and explore London's diverse events and attractions despite the disruptions.
