Strikes

This is a regularly updated list of upcoming strikes and the operators and routes affected. Keep an eye on it, bookmark it perhaps, to better navigate the disruption, which has become increasingly frequent in the last few years.

This page was last updated on 20 August 2025.

Upcoming strike dates

Please note that services could still be affected on the days following strike action.

23 August 2025

There will be no CrossCountry services on Saturday, 23 August due to industrial action by the RMT union. Other operators will not be affected.

25 August 2025

CrossCountry will be operating a reduced service on Monday, 25 August (Summer bank holiday) due to industrial action by the RMT union. Other operators will not be affected.

If your ticket is dated for travel with CrossCountry between 23 and 25 August, you can use their services between 21 and 27 August without changing or obtaining a new ticket. This is called 'ticket easement' and encourages passengers to travel either side of the bank holiday weekend strike action.

Alternatively, you may be able to claim a full refund for your ticket by contacting the original ticket seller.