Two London railway stations to close for 22 days this summer | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload ourSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAmelia NeathFriday 27 February 2026 14:28 GMTThe closures are taking place at Charing Cross and Waterloo East to replace expired tracks (Getty)Charing Cross and Waterloo East stations in London will be closed for 22 days this summer.The closures will take place between 26 July and 16 August to allow for essential maintenance works.Engineers will replace 1,800m of “life-expired” track, make drainage improvements at Waterloo East, and carry out structural repairs to Hungerford Bridge.Southeastern services that normally run into Charing Cross will be diverted to London Victoria, London Cannon Street, London Blackfriars, and London Bridge.Passengers are advised to expect longer journeys, but tickets will be accepted on alternative rail routes, the London Underground, and London buses.In fullDelay warning before two London train stations shut for works this summerThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in