Piccadilly Line part-suspended to Heathrow — alternatives for travellers this morning
14 September 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
Anyone travelling to Heathrow Airport via the Piccadilly Line this morning should allow considerable extra time or use an alternative route. There is no service between Hounslow Central and Heathrow Terminals following a signal failure at Hatton Cross, and severe delays are running between Acton Town and Hounslow Central.
For Chiswick residents, Acton Town is the nearest station on the affected stretch. The signal failure was reported yesterday evening and it is not yet clear whether it has been fully resolved ahead of the Monday morning rush.
TfL is accepting tickets on London Buses, the Elizabeth line and South Western Railway services as alternatives. Travellers heading to Heathrow should consider taking the Elizabeth line from Ealing Broadway, which offers a direct connection. Journeys via South Western Railway to Woking or Waterloo provide an alternative for those heading east.
Check the TfL status page for live updates before travelling, particularly if you have a flight today.