Elizabeth line carries 600k passengers a day as people switch from Underground

https://www.standard.co.uk/news/transport/tfl-elizabeth-line-passenger-numbers-600-k-day-busier-than-underground-tube-b1096530.html

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snacks@feddit.uk · 4 pts · 3y
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sol@lemm.ee · 4 pts · 3y

The tube is obviously amazing but particularly during the summer months I will generally take an overground rail alternative if one is available. I almost always take a Thameslink to work instead of the Northern line and if I'm traveling east-west (or vice versa) I'll be looking for any chance to take the Elizabeth rather than Central. Far more comfortable.

sabreW4K3@lemmy.tf · 3 pts · 3y (4 replies)

It was such a needed line if we're honest. If they were smart, they'd close the central line for six months to widen the tunnels in order to accommodate better trains. It would make a huge difference.

HeartyBeast@kbin.social · 6 pts · 3y

I think you mean 6 years, minimum

snacks@feddit.uk · 4 pts · 3y (2 replies)
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sabreW4K3@lemmy.tf · 1 pts · 3y (1 reply)

China bangs out these kinds projects so quickly. Am I expecting too much?

snacks@feddit.uk · 7 pts · 3y
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volemic@feddit.uk · 2 pts · 3y

Today there has been severe delays due to signalling at Paddington.

Else, I prefer changing at Stratford to get to the city than take the central line straight in.