Tram services suspended between Reeves Corner and East Croydon for 17 days
TfL closes central Croydon section from 6 August 2026 for engineering works, affecting six stops
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Tram services in central Croydon will stop running between Reeves Corner and East Croydon for 17 days from 6 August 2026. Transport for London announced the closure, which affects six stops in the area. The suspension will last until 23 August 2026.
The affected stops include Reeves Corner, East Croydon, Church Street, George Street, West Croydon and Wellesley Road. Passengers will not be able to travel directly between these stops during the closure. TfL said the works are necessary for maintenance and improvements to the tram network.
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Additional works and travel advice
TfL has scheduled extra engineering works on Sunday 16 August and Thursday 20 August 2026. Passengers are advised to check service updates before travelling on those dates, as further disruptions may occur. The works are part of ongoing efforts to maintain the reliability of the tram network.
Passengers travelling through central Croydon are urged to plan alternative routes. TfL recommends using buses or other transport options to complete journeys. Real-time updates and journey planning tools are available on the TfL website and the TfL Go app.
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Impact on daily travel
The closure will disrupt regular tram services that connect East Croydon with the western side of the network. Under normal conditions, trams call at East Croydon, George Street and Church Street before continuing towards Reeves Corner. During the suspension, no through services will operate across the closed section.
TfL has not specified which bus routes will replace the suspended tram services. Residents who rely on trams for commuting or local travel should allow extra time for journeys. The closure coincides with the summer holiday period, which may increase passenger numbers on alternative routes.
What happens next
Tram services are expected to resume on Monday 24 August 2026, subject to completion of the engineering works. Passengers should continue to check TfL updates for any changes to the schedule. No further closures have been announced for the remainder of 2026.
Questions this report answers
+Which tram stops will be closed during the engineering works?
The closure affects six stops: Reeves Corner, East Croydon, Church Street, George Street, West Croydon and Wellesley Road. No tram services will run between Reeves Corner and East Croydon from 6 to 23 August 2026.
+How long will the tram service be suspended?
The suspension will last 17 days, from Thursday 6 August to Sunday 23 August 2026. Services are expected to resume on Monday 24 August, subject to completion of the works.
+What should passengers do during the tram closure?
Passengers should plan alternative routes using buses or other transport options. TfL advises checking the TfL website or TfL Go app for real-time updates and journey planning tools.
+Will there be any additional disruptions during the closure?
Yes, additional engineering works are scheduled for Sunday 16 August and Thursday 20 August 2026. Passengers should check for service changes before travelling on those dates.
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