Is there a train strike on Friday the 19th of August?


Is there a train strike on Friday the 19th of August? Workers at London Underground and Overground are striking on Friday (19 August), with London United bus staff also taking industrial action on Friday and Saturday. Transport for London has advised people not to travel on the Tube and only travel on the rest of the network if essential.


What happens if I have a train ticket and there is a strike?

For single-use rail tickets: If you have paid for a single-use ticket, be it an advance ticket, off-peak ticket or anytime ticket, you should be eligible for a partial or full refund if your train is delayed due to the strikes.


Will trains be cancelled on Monday 19th September?

Yes, trains will be running on Monday 19 September - even though it is a bank holiday - with a normal weekday timetable expected on the day of the Queen's state funeral.


What dates are the September Rail strikes?

Industrial action dates ASLEF members at 19 train companies will be on strike on Saturday 30 September and Wednesday 4 October. They will also have overtime bans across the network on Friday 29 September and between Monday 2 October and Friday 6 October.