London’s Railways: 9 of the 10 Most Crowded UK Train Journeys
The train network of London is one of the busiest in the UK, we are not the only one who is saying it. A recent from the Department for Transport (DfT) confirms it. According to the data nine out of the 10 most crowded train routes in England and Wales are in London.
The report reveals that Thames link’s 7:33 am train from Bedford to Three Bridges is the most crowded service, carrying an estimated 835 passengers. The ranking was determined using a ‘maximum load factor,’ which measures how packed the trains are based on the number of passengers and the total capacity of the carriages.
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With the capital being a major hub for transport it’s no surprise that London services take up most of the list. However, there’s one exception — the 2:57 pm service from Gloucester to Maesteg in Wales.
Here’s the breakdown of the busiest UK train routes:
| Rank | Time | Route |
| 1 | 7:33 am | Bedford to Three Bridges |
| 2 | 7:46 am | Prince’s Risborough to London Marylebone |
| 3 | 2:57 pm | Gloucester to Maesteg |
| 4 | 6:10 am | Portsmouth Harbour to London Waterloo |
| 5 | 5:46 pm | London Euston to Crewe |
| 6 | 7:03 am | Bedford to Three Bridges |
| 7 | 6:30 pm | London Waterloo to Portsmouth Harbour |
| 8 | 7:14 am | Alton to London Waterloo |
| 9 | 6:14 am | Stourbridge Junction to London Marylebone |
| 10 | 7:30 am | Bedford to Three Bridges |
So, London leads the list this is showing how important these services are for both commuters and tourists traveling between places like Luton and Gatwick airports. The city’s rail network is improving, making it easier and more efficient for millions of people every day. Stay tuned for more updates as the transport system keeps getting better.
