Okay, say you have a job interview or a dental appointment (both terrifying). Wake up at 5 AM. Yes, that early. The strike usually starts around 6 or 7 AM, so trains before that are running. Barely.
TfL Tube strike: Central and Waterloo & City line walkout ON tomorrow
Or, take a bus. Buses are like the underappreciated heroes of London transport. They’ll be busy, but they’ll move. Bring headphones. And a snack. And patience.
If you’re feeling fancy, rent a Lime bike. You’ll arrive sweaty, but you’ll arrive. And that’s the real victory.
The Silver Lining (Yes, There Is One)
Strike days are actually kind of… quiet. The streets are emptier. You can hear birds. You might even see a squirrel without ten tourists taking its photo.
Also, pubs are open. So if your commute becomes a 3-hour walk, you can drown your sorrows in a pint. It’s the London way.
And if you work from home? Best day ever. No Tube, no problem. You’re basically winning at life.
