Southwark Tube closes weekdays 9:45-16:15 for four weeks from 17 August 2026
Jubilee line trains will skip the station while a tower block is built above the platforms
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Southwark Tube station will close to Jubilee line passengers for nearly four hours each weekday morning and afternoon from 17 August to 11 September 2026. The station will shut at 09:45 and reopen at 16:15, Monday to Friday, while construction continues on a new tower block above the platforms.
Transport for London confirmed the closures are necessary to allow safe construction work above the station. The station will remain open before 09:45 and after 16:15 each weekday, as well as all day on weekends, during the four-week period.
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Alternative routes for commuters
Passengers who normally use Southwark station are advised to walk to Waterloo station, which is 8-10 minutes away. Waterloo offers step-free access and serves the Jubilee line, providing a direct alternative for affected commuters.
Those unable to walk can use Blackfriars or Elephant & Castle stations and connect with the 40 or 63 bus routes. Both Blackfriars and Waterloo stations provide step-free access, ensuring accessibility for all passengers during the closure.
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Why the closure is happening
The closures are required due to construction work on a new tower block being built directly above Southwark Tube station. Transport for London stated the restrictions are necessary to ensure the safety of passengers and construction workers during the building process.
The station will reopen each weekday evening and remain fully operational on Saturdays and Sundays. No weekend closures are planned, allowing residents and visitors to continue using the station without disruption during those times.
What happens next
The closures will begin on Monday 17 August 2026 and continue until Friday 11 September 2026. Transport for London has not announced any further closures beyond this period, but additional restrictions may be introduced if construction timelines change.
Commuters are advised to check Transport for London’s traffic updates page for real-time information before travelling. No formal consultation or response period is open for this closure, as it is a temporary operational measure.
Questions this report answers
+Why is Southwark Tube station closing?
Southwark Tube station is closing for construction work on a new tower block being built above the station. Transport for London stated the closures are needed to ensure safety during the building process between 17 August and 11 September 2026.
+What are the alternative routes during the closure?
Passengers can walk to Waterloo station, an 8-10 minute journey, or use Blackfriars or Elephant & Castle stations with the 40 or 63 bus routes. Waterloo and Blackfriars both offer step-free access for commuters.
+Will Southwark Tube station be open at weekends?
Yes, Southwark Tube station will remain open all day on Saturdays and Sundays during the closure period. The weekday restrictions from 09:45 to 16:15 do not apply on weekends.
+How long will the closures last?
The closures will last four weeks, from Monday 17 August to Friday 11 September 2026. The station will reopen each weekday evening and remain fully operational outside the closure hours.
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