London Tube Strikes June 2026: What You Need to Know
London Underground drivers are set to strike for 48 hours next week, causing major disruption across the capital. Here is your essential guide to getting around London during the industrial action.
When Are the Strikes?
The two 24-hour strikes will take place on Tuesday, June 2 and Thursday, June 4, from midnight to 11:59 pm. Transport for London (TfL) warns that some disruption may continue on the mornings of Wednesday, June 3 and Friday, June 5 as services resume. No further strike dates have been announced, so this may be the last bout of action for a while.
Which Tube Lines Are Affected?
While drivers from the ASLEF union are not striking, RMT members are walking out, leading to reduced services on most Underground lines. During previous strikes in April, the Piccadilly and Circle lines were down, the Metropolitan line had no service between Baker Street and Aldgate, and the Central line had no trains between White City and Liverpool Street. Expect delays, crowding, and cancellations across all lines.
What Transport Is Running as Normal?
- London Overground: All six lines (Lioness, Weaver, Liberty, Mildmay, Windrush, Suffragette) will run as usual, though likely busier than normal.
- Elizabeth Line: Operating normally and a good alternative for cross-city travel.
- DLR: Running as scheduled.
- London Buses: Full service, but expect crowding.
How to Reach Key Stations
King's Cross-St Pancras: Use Thameslink services from Luton Airport Parkway, Gatwick, London Bridge, Blackfriars, or Waterloo East. Alternatively, take the Elizabeth line to Farringdon and switch to Thameslink.
Paddington: Accessible via the Elizabeth line.
Euston: Within walking distance of King's Cross, St Pancras, and Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth line).
Victoria: Best reached by bus. Check TfL's website for routes serving the area.
Alternative Travel Options
E-bike hire schemes like Lime and Forest saw significant usage during recent strikes. Lime reported a 22% week-on-week spike in trips on April 23, while Forest saw evening rush hour rides increase by over 50%. Consider using TfL's journey planner before heading out to check for any last-minute changes.
Could the Strikes Be Called Off?
Last month's strikes were suspended just 24 hours before they were due to begin. It is possible that ongoing negotiations between the RMT union and TfL could lead to a similar outcome. However, until an official announcement is made, it is best to prepare for the strikes to go ahead.
