Transport for London

Transport for London (TfL) operates the London Underground, commonly known as the Tube, as well as the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) and London Overground.

These networks form the backbone of London’s public transport system, serving millions of passengers daily.

Below is an overview of TfL’s underground and metro services, including primary routes, facilities and key operational details.

London Underground

The London Underground consists of 11 lines, each color-coded and serving different parts of Greater London. Below are the primary lines and their major destinations:

• Bakerloo Line (Brown) running from Harrow & Wealdstone (Northwest London) to Elephant & Castle (South London) via Paddington, Oxford Circus and Charing Cross
• Central Line (Red) running from Epping (Essex) / West Ruislip (West London) to Ealing Broadway, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Branch via Liverpool Street, Bank and Oxford Circus
• Circle Line (Yellow) is a loop service that runs around Central London calling at King’s Cross, St. Pancras, London Victoria and Embankment
• District Line (Green) running from Upminster (East London), Ealing Broadway and Richmond to Edgware Road, Wimbledon and Kensington (Olympia) via Westminster, Earl’s Court and Tower Hill
• Jubilee Line (Silver) running from Stanmore (Northwest London) to Stratford (East London) via London Bridge, Canary Wharf and Wembley Park
• Northern Line (Black) running from Edgware and High Barnet to Morden (via Bank or Charing Cross) via Camden Town, Leicester Square and Waterloo
• Piccadilly Line (Dark Blue) running from Cockfosters (North London) to Heathrow Airport and Uxbridge (West London) via King’s Cross, Covent Garden and Knightsbridge
• Victoria Line (Light Blue) running from Walthamstow Central (Northeast London) to Brixton (South London) via Euston, Green Park and Victoria
• Waterloo & City Line (Turquoise) running from Waterloo to Bank (the shortest underground line primarily for commuters)

Docklands Light Railway (DLR)

The DLR serves East and Southeast London, connecting with the Underground and operates from Bank and Tower Gateway (Central London) to Lewisham, Woolwich Arsenal, Beckton and Stratford International via Canary Wharf, Greenwich and London City Airport

London Overground

Though not strictly an underground service, the Overground complements the Tube with orbital North, East, South and West London routes calling at amonsgst other stations Clapham Junction, Highbury Islington and Watford Junction

Facilities and Passenger Amenities - TfL’s trains are designed for efficiency and passenger comfort, offering:

Accessibility Features

• Step-Free Access: Many stations have lifts and ramps (e.g., King’s Cross, Canary Wharf).
• Priority Seating: Reserved for elderly, disabled and pregnant passengers.
• Audio/Visual Announcements: Clear updates on stops and delays.

Onboard Features

• Air Conditioning: Available on newer trains (e.g., S-Stock on District, Circle, Hammersmith & City lines).
• Wi-Fi & 4G: Available in stations (not yet on moving trains).
• Digital Displays: Real-time journey updates and safety information.
• CCTV Cameras: Installed in carriages and stations.
• Emergency Help Points located on platforms and in trains.
• British Transport Police patrol major stations.

Click here for London Underground, Overground and Docklands train tickets and the latest Transport for London timetable updates, or for live service information visit the official TfL website or check departure boards at stations.