London faces substantial travel disruption this weekend as a series of planned closures impact multiple tube and train services across the city. On March 14-15, 2026, commuters and visitors must navigate significant changes to the Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines, alongside disruptions to the DLR, Elizabeth line, and several Overground routes. These closures come amid ongoing union strike actions, adding to the challenges for those planning to travel.
Detailed Service Disruptions for March 14-15
Key transport services will be affected throughout the weekend, requiring careful planning for anyone heading out. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the closures and alternative arrangements.
Tube Line Closures
- Circle Line: No trains will run between Hammersmith and Tower Hill, as well as between Edgware Road and High Street Kensington on both days. A special service will operate between High Street Kensington and Barking via Victoria.
- Hammersmith & City Line: Service is suspended between Edgware Road and Aldgate East throughout the weekend.
- Metropolitan Line: Trains will not operate between Baker Street and Aldgate on Saturday and Sunday.
DLR and Elizabeth Line Disruptions
- DLR: No trains will run between West India Quay and Stratford. Additionally, Cutty Sark station remains closed until spring.
- Elizabeth Line: On both days, services are suspended between Stratford and Shenfield. On Sunday until 7:45 AM, no trains will run between Paddington and Ealing Broadway, with reduced service thereafter between Paddington and Maidenhead/Heathrow. Acton Main Line, Hanwell, and West Ealing stations will be closed on Sunday.
Overground Line Closures
- Weaver Line: The entire line closes after 11:15 PM on Saturday. On Sunday, no services until 10:15 AM, followed by no trains between Liverpool Street and London Fields and reduced service across the line.
- Mildmay Line: From 7:30 PM Saturday to 12 PM Sunday, no trains between Shepherd’s Bush and Willesden Junction, with a reduced 30-minute service between Shepherd’s Bush and Clapham Junction.
- Liberty Line: Complete closure on both days.
- Suffragette Line: Whole line closure on Sunday, with no trains between Gospel Oak and Barking Riverside.
- Windrush Line: No trains between Wandsworth Road and Clapham Junction on Sunday.
Additional Station and Line Notes
Eastbound District line trains will skip Barons Court until June; passengers should travel one stop west to Hammersmith and return east. The Waterloo and City line remains closed on weekends. Liverpool Street station experiences major disruptions on Sunday, with Overground Weaver line services running from London Fields with reduced frequency and Elizabeth line services operating without access to the main concourse.
Context and Planning Advice
This weekend's closures follow recent disruptions and coincide with announced RMT union driver strikes, totaling six 24-hour actions between now and May. Despite the travel challenges, London offers numerous events, such as St Patrick’s Day celebrations, Mother’s Day activities, a new Michael Sheen play, and a Miles Davis tribute at the Southbank Centre. Travelers are advised to check TfL updates regularly, consider alternative routes, and allow extra time for journeys. Staying informed through official channels can help mitigate the impact of these widespread service changes.
