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8 hours ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including pay rises for staff and new train services.
London
fromianVisits
1 week ago

London's weekly railway news

Five Tube stations in London are set to receive upgrades for step-free access after being initially rejected.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces challenges including strikes, parking chaos, and accessibility issues while new projects and community initiatives are underway.
London
fromianVisits
8 hours ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including pay rises for staff and new train services.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 day ago

Six major train and tube lines in London will be hit by closures this weekend

Major train and tube lines in London will face significant closures during the Easter bank holiday weekend.
London
fromianVisits
1 week ago

London's weekly railway news

Five Tube stations in London are set to receive upgrades for step-free access after being initially rejected.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces challenges including strikes, parking chaos, and accessibility issues while new projects and community initiatives are underway.
#silvertown-tunnel
Brooklyn
fromUrbanplacesandspaces
5 hours ago

Rebuilding Place in the Urban Space

Siloed transit planning hinders effective connections between projects like IBX and Penn Station Access, limiting regional transit network potential.
Austin
fromPadailypost
10 hours ago

New bus-only route might open the door to 7-story apartment buildings

Turning the Dumbarton Rail Corridor into a bus-only route may lead to seven-story apartment buildings in Atherton.
Alternative transportation
fromianVisits
2 days ago

London's delivery riders get dedicated cycle hubs in push to tidy up gig economy

Cycle hubs in London provide e-bike rentals and maintenance for couriers, addressing their unique challenges and promoting safer, more efficient cycling.
London politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Less than two weeks into the job, Dublin Bus CEO Billy Hann was grilled by politicians over the reliability of its service

Billy Hann aims to improve Dublin Bus services through structural changes informed by his aviation background.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Councils pressed to use universal parking app to cut 'unfair' fines

The government is promoting a nationwide parking payment app to reduce fines and simplify payments for drivers across England.
London food
fromTime Out London
7 hours ago

The 14 best places to live near London in 2026 - top commuter towns according to the Sunday Times

Home Counties offer ideal suburban living with good transport links, amenities, and charm, making them attractive alternatives for Londoners.
London
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

This London train line is getting new services to one of the city's most exciting new destinations

Olympia's £1.3 billion redevelopment will enhance accessibility with increased Mildmay line train services starting May 2026.
#london-overground
London
fromianVisits
4 days ago

More London Overground services introduced from this May

More London Overground trains will operate between Clapham Junction and Shepherd's Bush starting May 2026, increasing capacity significantly.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London Overground trains are calling at London Bridge station this Saturday

London Overground trains will operate a rare special service to London Bridge station on Saturday 7th March due to engineering works closing the Windrush line north of New Cross Gate.
London
fromianVisits
4 days ago

More London Overground services introduced from this May

More London Overground trains will operate between Clapham Junction and Shepherd's Bush starting May 2026, increasing capacity significantly.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London Overground trains are calling at London Bridge station this Saturday

London Overground trains will operate a rare special service to London Bridge station on Saturday 7th March due to engineering works closing the Windrush line north of New Cross Gate.
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

London travel news LIVE: Victoria station repairs sparks delays to several services

Passengers at London Victoria station face disruptions due to urgent track repairs affecting multiple train routes.
fromianVisits
3 days ago

Shh... future Crossrail 2 trains beneath Oxford Street expected to be library-quiet

The building, an office block with shops on the ground floor, is at the eastern end of Oxford Street, just north of Soho Square, and sits above the possible route of the Crossrail 2 railway, if/when it is eventually built.
London
London food
fromianVisits
2 days ago

Over 8.6 million journeys made as contactless rail spreads across South East

The expansion of contactless travel tickets in the South East has recorded over 8.6 million journeys by February 2026.
London
fromTime Out London
3 days ago

Two London airports have been named in the 100 best in the world for 2026

London Heathrow and Gatwick ranked 16th and 30th in Skytrax's World Airport Awards based on passenger feedback.
London food
fromElite Traveler
3 days ago

How to Explore London's Picturesque Village Hubs, According to Locals

London's hidden gems offer charming experiences in areas like Marylebone Village and Hampstead, featuring unique shops and local dining options.
London
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

A vast new 13 million cycle route is coming to northwest London

The C72 cycleway will enhance cycling safety and connectivity between Wembley Central and Harlesden in northwest London.
London food
fromTime Out London
3 days ago

London's best rooftop bar in 2026, according to Time Out

London's best rooftop bars for summer drinking include Queen Elizabeth Hall Roof Garden, Frank's Cafe, and Forza Wine at The National Theatre.
#tfl
London
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

13 London bus routes are getting reduced - full list of service changes

TfL is adjusting bus timetables to address declining passenger numbers and current traffic levels.
London
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

13 London bus routes are getting reduced - full list of service changes

TfL is adjusting bus timetables to address declining passenger numbers and current traffic levels.
London food
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

Visitors are told to 'avoid' 5 London boroughs - here's why they're worth visiting

Tourists should reconsider visiting Croydon, Harlesden, Edmonton, Anerley, and Surbiton as they have unique attractions worth exploring.
London
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

Inside the 124-year-old London foot tunnel set for a massive restoration

Greenwich foot tunnel is set for a full regeneration to improve safety and accessibility for daily commuters.
London food
fromianVisits
4 days ago

Lea Bridge station set for new ticket hall, gates and cycle hub in long-planned rebuild

Reconstruction of Lea Bridge station entrance is set to begin in summer 2026, enhancing accessibility and facilities after six years of planning.
London food
fromTime Out London
6 days ago

Charing Cross could be transformed by new development plans - with huge changes set for the iconic Villiers St

1 Embankment Place is set for a summer makeover to enhance public spaces and improve pedestrian access in the area.
London startup
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network faces safety concerns, infrastructure upgrades, service disruptions, and ongoing debates about major projects like HS2 and Euston station development.
London
fromianVisits
1 week ago

Call to restore Saturday services on the Waterloo and City line

The Waterloo & City line may reopen on Saturdays if approved, supporting the City of London's goal for a 7-day destination.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Call for bleed kit rollout on TfL bus network

London Assembly unanimously backed installing bleed control kits on buses and at major bus stations to help save lives in areas affected by serious violence, though TfL currently opposes the measure citing NHS guidance.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

'I can count on one hand the times I am offered a Tube seat'

Pregnant commuters often struggle to find seats on public transport despite the Baby on Board badge initiative.
#london-underground
London food
fromianVisits
1 week ago

Five tube stations get a second shot at step-free upgrades

Five London Underground stations are being reconsidered for step-free access pending funding and feasibility studies.
London food
fromianVisits
1 week ago

Five tube stations get a second shot at step-free upgrades

Five London Underground stations are being reconsidered for step-free access pending funding and feasibility studies.
London startup
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

The Piccadilly line's new air-conditioned trains have been delayed again

Piccadilly line new trains delayed until summer 2027 with costs rising £409 million to £3.4 billion total due to infrastructure complexity.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

A new London Superloop bus route launches next week: exact date, stops and everything you need to know

The SL12 bus route enhances connectivity in east London, linking areas to the Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth line.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

This 'nationally important' London tube station is finally getting a major upgrade

South Kensington tube station will undergo a major makeover to improve accessibility and add new shops and restaurants.
#northern-line
London
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

Londoners, you can now decorate your homes with a new collection of iconic patterns from London transport history

Kirkby's 'Underground Vol. III' collection recreates eight archival London Transport seat designs from the 1910s-1990s as velvet moquette fabrics for home use.
London
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

7 London bus routes will be hit by strikes this week

East London bus drivers will strike for four days from March 19-22, 2026, affecting seven routes due to fatigue and inadequate break disputes with Stagecoach.
London politics
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

A new interactive chart shows how much London tube fares have gone up in the last 20 years

London Underground fares have remained relatively stable in real terms over 21 years, with central zone fares matching 2005 prices when adjusted for inflation, though outer zone travel has become significantly more expensive.
#london-underground-infrastructure
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces multiple challenges including aging infrastructure heat problems, strikes over working conditions, safety incidents, operational disruptions, and service expansion plans across Underground, Elizabeth Line, and mainline networks.
London
fromianVisits
4 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network undergoes multiple infrastructure projects and service changes, including Piccadilly line train delays, Elizabeth line safety measures, Southeastern service restoration, and new route expansions across the region.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces multiple challenges including aging infrastructure heat problems, strikes over working conditions, safety incidents, operational disruptions, and service expansion plans across Underground, Elizabeth Line, and mainline networks.
London
fromianVisits
4 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network undergoes multiple infrastructure projects and service changes, including Piccadilly line train delays, Elizabeth line safety measures, Southeastern service restoration, and new route expansions across the region.
Travel
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

What changes are being made to London's transport system in 2026?

TfL raises the congestion charge, introduces tiered Cleaner Vehicle Discounts for electric vehicles, and begins replacing Piccadilly line trains with new rolling stock in 2026.
#bus-shelters
#london-public-transport
London food
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

TfL has revealed plans for a new express bus service in south London

TfL approved the SL15 Superloop service linking Clapham Junction and Eltham, launching in 2027, with 91% of consultation respondents supporting the route.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

A new Superloop speedy bus service in east London has been officially confirmed: full route details with stops

The SL14 Superloop express bus service will launch in 2027, connecting Stratford and Chingford via Leyton and Walthamstow with service every 12-15 minutes daily.
London food
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

TfL has revealed plans for a new express bus service in south London

TfL approved the SL15 Superloop service linking Clapham Junction and Eltham, launching in 2027, with 91% of consultation respondents supporting the route.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

A new Superloop speedy bus service in east London has been officially confirmed: full route details with stops

The SL14 Superloop express bus service will launch in 2027, connecting Stratford and Chingford via Leyton and Walthamstow with service every 12-15 minutes daily.
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

Go behind the scenes at London Transport Museum's vast Acton depot this April

Visitors will be able to discover the Museum's vast collection of more than 320,000 objects not on display in the Covent Garden Museum - from tiny palm-sized collectables to entire train carriages and old buses.
London
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

A new night bus between central and west London will launch this weekend

The N118 route will launch on Saturday January 17. It'll follow the same journey as the existing N18 bus, starting at Trafalgar Square and serving all the same stops up to Sudbury and Harrow Road station. From there, it'll turn off towards Ruislip station in Hillingdon, travelling via Whitton Avenue West, Sheridan Terrace, Pett's Hill, Alexandra Avenue, Eastcote Lane, Victoria Road and Pembroke Road.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Calls to withdraw fresh floating bus stop guidance

The design, which has a cycle lane between the stop and the kerb, is intended to allow bus passengers to get on and off safely while cyclists continue moving. Sarah Gayton, street access campaign co-ordinator at the National Federation of the Blind of the UK, said: "It does not address the concerns that blind and visually impaired people have and it's totally insulting to think that we'll accept this."
UK politics
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

London Transport Museum adding new exhibitions galleries

The London Transport Museum is converting staff spaces into public areas, including a new 840 square-foot education and community gallery on the first floor to support learning programmes and local collaborations.
London politics
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

A major London bus service could be re-routed

TfL is consulting on rerouting and extending evening hours of the 310 bus to improve connections and speed journeys between Stamford Hill and Golders Green.
#west-london-orbital
London
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

London just got a step closer to getting a new Overground train line

The West London Orbital receives £6.65 million in funding to advance design and consultation phases for a new seventh Overground line connecting Barnet, Hounslow, Brent, and Ealing.
London
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

London just got a step closer to getting a new Overground train line

The West London Orbital receives £6.65 million in funding to advance design and consultation phases for a new seventh Overground line connecting Barnet, Hounslow, Brent, and Ealing.
London
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

A brand new railway line could serve London's biggest airport

Heathrow Southern Rail would connect Heathrow Airport to Waterloo and Surrey towns via eight miles of new railway line, supporting the airport's expansion to handle 66 million additional annual travelers.
UK politics
fromianVisits
2 months ago

Lifts approved for some London stations - but others lose out as DfT scales back plans

Plans to add lifts will proceed at some stations while several other station accessibility upgrades are cancelled, put on hold, or delayed due to cost and disruption.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

TfL has revealed when you'll be able to ride the new DLR trains

TfL will reintroduce 54 new air-conditioned DLR trains this summer after fixing braking software issues, increasing capacity by 50 percent.
UK news
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network sees new train tests, HS2 tunnelling and apprenticeship progress, construction logistics changes, service disruptions from engineering works and theft, and franchise operational shifts.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

This London train service has been crowned the best rail line in the UK for 2026

London Northwestern Railway won Train Operator of the Year 2026 after investing £1 billion in new trains and infrastructure, increasing capacity by 40 percent and raising customer satisfaction by 20 percent.
London
fromianVisits
4 weeks ago

West London Orbital railway plans take another step forward

West London Orbital railway project secures £6.65 million funding to advance planning toward a 2026 public consultation, with potential to deliver 25,000 homes, 11,500 jobs, and reduce annual car trips by 650,000.
#sl11-superloop
London
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

Five classic red double-decker Routemaster London buses are going up for sale

Five TfL-owned Routemaster buses built around 1960 are being auctioned with expected prices between £20,000 and £30,000 each.
UK news
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network advances with barcode ticket trials, Elizabeth line peak service increases, HS2 tunnelling progress, station upgrades, accessibility concerns, apprenticeships, and strike threats.
UK news
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Ding ding! TfL auctioning off five authentic 1960s Routemasters

Transport for London is selling five running 1960s AEC Routemaster double-decker buses, formerly on heritage Route 15, at auction next month.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Free travel for older Londoners could be cut back

Limiting the Older Person's Freedom Pass to buses could save London councils over £100m annually as Freedom Pass costs rise sharply.
UK news
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London bus route 472 scrapped as SL11 Superloop launches with a week of free travel

The 472 bus is replaced by the direct point-to-point SL11 Superloop this weekend, with free pay-as-you-go travel for the first week.
UK news
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

TfL could soon make a massive change to how Oyster cards work in London

London's Oyster system will be modernised under a seven-year Indra Group contract, enabling smartphone Oyster cards, instant top-ups, real-time journey tracking and retaining physical cards.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London rail news covers a proposed Northern line depot, Elizabeth line ticket-office cuts, HS2 spending controversies, infrastructure repairs, and multiple Tube incidents and crimes.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Four more strike days to hit 13 London bus routes

Around 350 bus drivers in north-east London will strike four days in February over alleged bullying, union victimisation, and disputed disciplinary actions at Lea Interchange.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London travel news LIVE: Severe disruption on Piccadilly line hits morning commuters

Severe delays and cancellations are affecting the Piccadilly line between Acton Town and Uxbridge/Heathrow Terminals; DLR, Jubilee and Metropolitan lines have minor delays.
#elizabeth-line
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

London travel news LIVE: Latest Tube and train updates as Londoners face rain-soaked morning commute

Morning London commutes face likely disruptions as Met Office yellow and amber warnings for heavy rain, snow, and wind may affect rail and road services.
UK news
fromianVisits
2 months ago

TfL eyes major upgrade so Tube can accept National Rail barcode tickets

London Underground plans to install barcode scanners on ticket barriers to accept National Rail barcode tickets, starting at shared and central stations with back-office upgrades.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

London travel news LIVE: Windrush suspension and District delays during morning rush hour

Windrush line partly suspended between Surrey Quays and Clapham Junction and District line facing severe delays between Parsons Green and Wimbledon due to signal failures.
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