Train strikes: Are the Underground, Overground, DLR, and Elizabeth Line running today?

In an effort to resolve a protracted disagreement over wages and conditions, in January, drivers were promised a 4% salary increase for two consecutive years (PA)

Train drivers who are members of the Aslef union are striking today, on February 3.

Members of the Rail, Maritime, and Transport (RMT) union are also striking, impacting a number of train companies that serve London commuters

Several unions have co-ordinated their industrial action this week, such as teachers, university professors, and Government employees.

Half-a-million people are expected to walk out, with rallies, organised by the unions, to protest the Government’s plans to enforce a minimum service during strikes.

Train drivers also went on strike on Wednesday, February 1, after union bosses rejected a pay offer from rail companies.

In an effort to resolve a protracted disagreement over wages and conditions, in January, drivers were promised a four per cent salary increase for two consecutive years.

But significant adjustments to working procedures were a condition of the wage agreement.

Although Aslef stated that the idea was “not and could never be acceptable”, its general secretary, Mick Whelan, stated that the union was open to additional discussions.

London travel during strikes

Travel on national rail services in and out of London is expected to be impacted and customers are encouraged to check their route before travelling.

Be aware that public transport in London may be busier due to the unavailability on national rail routes.

London Underground

London Underground is running but there are currently minor delays on the Central Line.

London Overground

London Overground is running today and, at the time of writing, there are no delays.

DLR

DLR is running today and, at the time of writing, there are no delays.

Elizabeth Line

The Elizabeth Line is running today and, at the time of writing, there are no delays.

London buses

Abellio bus strikes are also happening today, mostly impacting routes in south and west London. The following routes are affected:

Day routes

3, 27, 45, 63, 68, 109, 130, 156, 195, 196, 201, 207, 267, 270, 278, 315, 322, 350, 367, 381, 407, 415, 427, 433, 464, 482, 490, 969, C10, E5, E7, E10, E11, H20, H25, H28, H26, P5, P13, R68, R70, S4, U5, U7, U9

Route 481 will operate but with fewer services on weekdays from 07:30-08:00, and from 15:00-16:00.

24-hour routes

24, 111, 159, 285, 344, 345

Night routes

N3, N27, N63, N68, N109, N207, N381

School routes

671