District Line part closure this weekend — what Chiswick travellers need to know
10 October 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
The District Line is running no service between Edgware Road / Tower Hill and Ealing Broadway, Kensington (Olympia), Richmond or Wimbledon today and tomorrow, Sunday 11 October.
For Chiswick residents, that means no District Line trains through Gunnersbury, Kew Gardens or Richmond stations this weekend. TfL advises using the Mildmay Line as an alternative between Gunnersbury, Kew Gardens and Richmond — a useful option for those heading into central London or towards Stratford. Replacement bus services are also operating along the affected corridor, though journey times will be longer than usual, particularly during busy periods.
If you are heading out today — whether for the farmers' market, a trip to Kew Gardens or a journey into town — it is worth building in extra time and checking the TfL status board before you leave. The Elizabeth Line and Overground remain unaffected and can offer alternative routes into central London from Chiswick area stations.
The closure is expected to last the full weekend, with normal District Line services anticipated to resume on Monday 13 October. Check live status on the TfL website before travelling.