London tube strikes: Marathon travel tips ahead of Sunday's big race

London tube strikes: Marathon travel tips ahead of Sunday's big raceNeed to pick up your race bib at the London Marathon Running Show at ExCeL? You could face packed services, delays and cancellations across the capitalCommentsNewsRachel Vickers-Price UK and World News Reporter03:14, 22 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesThe London Marathon is nearby here(Image: Ben Green/Facebook)If you are one of the thousands heading to the London Marathon in 2026 then brace yourself for travel disruption — with tube and bus strikes set to hit just days before the big race.‌Both runners and spectators will be impacted, so here is everything you need to know if you're running or just cheering on a friend or loved one.‌Travel tips for runnersRunners travelling to pick up their race bibs at the London Marathon Running Show at ExCeL could face packed services, delays and cancellations across the capital.‌Strike action on the London Underground is ongoing from Thursday, April 23 at noon until midday on Friday, April 24, with widespread disruption expected across the network.How to get to ExCeLView 4 ImagesThe London Marathon is growing in popularity and in numbers(Image: Getty Images)Those heading to the expo should travel to Custom House station, which is directly connected to the venue.‌You can get there via:Elizabeth lineDocklands Light Railway (DLR)While these services are running as normal, they are expected to be extremely busy as thousands of runners avoid the Tube. Transport bosses at Transport for London have warned passengers to allow extra time and plan ahead using apps like TfL Go or Citymapper.‌Tube strike disruptionThe strike is affecting the entire Underground network, with reduced services across most lines. Some lines fully suspended and severe overcrowding expected.No services are expected on the Piccadilly or Circle line on strike days. Partial closures will also impact sections of the Central and Metropolitan lines, and passengers are being urged to complete journeys b...