Piccadilly Line suspended between Northfields and Heathrow this morning
10 September 2026 · By Boroughly editorial — AI-assisted, human-reviewed.
Travellers heading to Heathrow Airport from Chiswick this morning face a disrupted journey after the Piccadilly Line was suspended between Northfields and Heathrow Airport following a signal failure at Osterley.
The suspension was first reported yesterday morning and may still be affecting services. TfL confirmed that tickets are being accepted on Elizabeth line services as an alternative, which provides a reasonable connection for most airport-bound passengers — pick it up at nearby stations such as Ealing Broadway or Hayes & Harlington.
Passengers travelling west from Chiswick Park, Gunnersbury or Turnham Green on the District Line should note that separate infrastructure issues have also been affecting that route (see below), so it is worth checking live status before setting out. The rest of the Piccadilly Line is reported to have a good service.
For the latest live position, check the TfL status page before leaving home. If you are heading to the airport, allow extra time and consider the Elizabeth line as your primary option until full Piccadilly Line services are restored.