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London Marathon: Tube & Bus Strikes Threaten Race Day Travel
22 Apr
Summary
- Tube and bus strikes scheduled just days before the 2026 London Marathon.
- Expect widespread disruption and packed services across the capital.
- Planning ahead is crucial for runners and spectators to avoid travel chaos.
Travel to the 2026 London Marathon will be significantly disrupted by upcoming tube and bus strikes, affecting both participants and spectators. London Underground strike action is scheduled from Thursday, April 23 at noon until midday on Friday, April 24. This will cause widespread issues across the entire network, with reduced services on most lines and complete suspensions expected on the Piccadilly and Circle lines.
Sections of the Central and Metropolitan lines will also face partial closures. Passengers are advised to complete journeys before 8pm due to early service terminations. Additionally, a separate strike by Stagecoach bus drivers will impact routes in East and Central London from 5am on Friday, April 24, to 5am on Saturday, April 25.
These combined transport strikes are anticipated to increase pressure on already busy alternative routes. Runners heading to the London Marathon Running Show at ExCeL are particularly warned of potential delays. Transport for London advises allowing extra time and using apps like TfL Go or Citymapper. Cycling options are suggested for short journeys to conserve energy before race day.
