Traffic is currently being held on part of the M1 after a car overturned, causing delays for drivers.
Drivers have been held southbound from junction 30 for Worksop/Sheffield South and junction 29A and there are delays of 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, there are huge queues on the A404 near Maidenhead, in Buckinghamshire, after a serious collision and part of the northbound carriageway is closed.
Disruption also hit travel between Vauxhall and London Waterloo stations, causing delays to the morning commute.
A fault with the signalling system between the two stations will last until at least midday.
Lines reopened around 8am but trains may still be delayed by up to 15 minutes or revised and run at reduced speed, according to National Rail.
TfL apologises for closure of Waterloo & City line
TfL has apologised after the Waterloo & City line is closed for a second day running.
It said this has been caused by a burst pipe and it is ‘working around the clock’ to fix the issue.
A TfL spokesperson said: ‘We apologise to Waterloo & City line customers whose journeys have been disrupted this morning.
‘The line has been closed due to flooding caused by a burst pipe. We’re working around the clock to clear the water as quickly as possible so that services can return to normal.
‘Customers are advised to check the TfL website and our TfL Go app for the latest information.’
Traffic held on part of M1
Traffic is currently being held on part of the M1 after a car overturned, causing delays for drivers.
Drivers have been held southbound from junction 30 for Worksop/Sheffield South and junction 29A and there are delays of 20 minutes.
Traffic is starting to clear but delays are expected in the area.
Part of A1 closed after lorry fire
Pictures from the A1 in Nottinghamshire show the burned out remains of a lorry following a fire.
The A1 in Nottinghamshire remains closed southbound between the A1(M) for Blyth and A620 for Ranby.
Tailbacks on A404 after crash
A crash on the A404 is causing heavy traffic in the area around Maidenhead this morning.
According to Google Maps traffic, the incident was reported at 10am at the junction with Bath Road and there are currently two-mile tailbacks on the northbound carriageway.
It is not yet known when traffic will start to ease.
The ‘Euston rush’ could be on its way out
In some good news for commuters who use Euston station, the ‘Euston rush’ could soon be on its way out.
This is because early train boarding is being introduced at the busy station.
Train companies have started to trial the idea in order to improve passenger experience at the station.
London TravelWatch has called for a safety review of the station and said ‘the station really struggles to cope, with high levels of overcrowding putting passengers in danger.’
It got so bad at one point in September that passengers were locked out during rush hour to limit numbers on the concourse.
Crash on A21 in Kent causing delays
There is heavy traffic on the A21 this morning near Tunbridge Wells after a crash on the northbound carriageway.
It took place at 8am this morning and the council confirmed the crash happened between the A228 Pembury Road and Longfield Road junctions.
The council warned drivers to ‘expect delays in the area’ and it is not yet known how many vehicles were involved in the crash.
A19 voted best road in the UK because of its ‘charm’
While driving may seem stressful for some people motorists along the A19 seem to disagree because it has been voted the country’s best road.
It runs from York through Thirsk, Northallerton, Easingwold, Selby and up to Teesside.
The road has claimed the top spot following a survey carried out by independent watchdog Transport Focus, which also looked at motorways.
9,000 drivers were asked to rank major roads managed by National Highways and the A19 was given the top spot with the highest overall satisfaction being at 85%.
Some of the good feedback included that it is a ‘clear road’ with ‘charm’ a ‘decent surface’ and ‘good markings’.
Part of south circular road closed due to accident
The A205 south circular road in London is closed in Catford between Canadian Avenue and Catford train station and Catford Bridge train station because of an earlier accident.
Traffic is building on the A21 Lewisham High Street this morning as a result of the collision.
It is not yet known when traffic will clear.
Bournemouth Airport roadworks
People travelling to Bournemouth Airport are being warned of works on the roads taking place throughout next week.
The A338 Wessex Way between the Cooper Dean roundabout and Blackwater junction will be affected, leading to delays on the road.
Bournemouth Airport said: ‘Please be aware that roadworks are taking place between November 4 and November 8 which are likely to affect your journey to Bournemouth Airport.
‘Please plan your route before leaving and make sure you have left adequate time for your journey.’
Engineers deployed to Liverpool Street amid delays
People travelling to and from Liverpool Street station are being warned of delays this morning.
Greater Anglia said: ‘Due to a fault with the signalling system between London Liverpool Street and Cambridge Heath some lines are blocked.
‘Train services running to and from these stations may be delayed.’
This is likely to lead to congestion and delays at Liverpool Street on the following routes:
- Liverpool Street – Hertford East
- Liverpool Street – Stansted Airport
- Liverpool Street – Cambridge Network
Tube train drove off on its own after driver went for an ’emergency’ toilet break
Good morning
Good morning from the Metro team.
It has just past 6.30am and travel across London has already been hit with a number of disruptions.
If you are just waking up, this is everything you need to know:
- National Rail – disruption between Vauxhall and London Waterloo expected until midday
- District Line – severe delays between Turnham Green and Richmond. Minor delays between Earl’s Court and Ealing Broadway due to a late finish of engineering work
- Piccadilly Line – severe delays between Acton Town and Heathrow / Uxbridge following the late finish of engineering work
- London Overground – no service between Sydenham and Crystal Palace
- Waterloo and City Line – no service due to flooding at Waterloo
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