Burnt Oak station closed to trains 1‑8 November 2026
Step‑free access works force the Northern line to skip the station, and TfL urges passengers heading to Edgware to use bus routes 204 or night N5.
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Transport for London said, as reported by MyLondon, that from 1 November to 8 November 2026 Northern line trains will not call at Burnt Oak station in the London Borough of Barnet while step‑free access works are carried out.
Step‑free access works
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The works aim to install lifts and other facilities to make the station accessible to wheelchair users and passengers with reduced mobility. During the eight‑day period the platform will be closed, so trains will pass through without stopping.
Alternative travel options
Transport for London added that passengers travelling to or from Edgware should take bus route 204 or the night‑time N5, which follow a similar corridor to the Northern line. The buses connect to Colindale and other nearby stations, providing a practical substitute.
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Tram service east of East Croydon
MyLondon reported that tram services east of East Croydon will not run from 1 November to 4 November 2026 due to scheduled maintenance. Replacement buses will operate between East Croydon and Beckenham Junction and between East Croydon and New Addington.
Questions this report answers
+When will Burnt Oak station be closed to trains?
Burnt Oak station will not be served by Northern line trains from 1 November to 8 November 2026 while step‑free access works are carried out, meaning passengers must use alternative routes during that period.
+What should I do if I need to travel to or from Edgware during the closure?
Transport for London advises using bus route 204 for daytime journeys or night route N5 after hours. Both routes follow a similar path to the Northern line and connect to nearby stations such as Colindale.
+Will any other services be affected in November?
Yes, tram services east of East Croydon will be suspended from 1 November to 4 November 2026 for maintenance, with replacement buses operating between East Croydon and Beckenham Junction and between East Croydon and New Addington.
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