Covent Garden tube station faced possible closure in 1935 due to low passenger numbers amid efforts to enhance the efficiency of the Piccadilly line. With other underperforming stations already closed, the management aimed to cut journey times as trains needed to stop at every station. Covent Garden only averaged 47,000 passengers weekly compared to Leicester Square's 470,000, prompting discussions about its future. Despite a minimal individual time savings, consolidating several stations would allow additional trips and accommodate 35,000 more passengers daily, showcasing the operational challenges faced by London's transport authorities.
In 1935, Covent Garden tube station faced potential closure due to its low passenger numbers, which hindered improvements and journey times on the Piccadilly line.
Despite its charming location, Covent Garden station was deemed ineffective, averaging 47,000 passengers per week compared to nearby stations, leading to discussions about closure.
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