Avoid driving in central London today. Try taking a different route or retime your journey to avoid the busiest times.
- Congestion is already being seen on key routes into central London including:
o A3
o A40
o A12
o A13
o A2
- Delays are also expected on roads in Kings Cross, St. Pancras and the City in the morning. To avoid delays and disruptions to your journeys, consider retiming your journey.
- Public transport, in particular stations on or close to the Torch Relay route in central London are expected to be very busy, consider using an alternative station to avoid the crowds.
- Cultural events are taking place across London today. If possible, avoid these areas if you are not attending an event.
- Torch Relay viewing areas will be busy. If you are planning to watch the Olympic Torch Relay, allow plenty of time for your journey and plan in advance to know where you will watch the Torch Relay from. It will be busy, so have a back-up plan in case your first choice viewing area is full. Expect crowds and be prepared to wait.
- Don’t get caught out by the Torch Relay, visit www.getaheadofthegames.com/things-you-should-know/torch-relay.html
- Find out where and when the Torch will be, visit http://www.london2012.com/torch-relay/route/
Keeping cool while you travel
To keep as comfortable as possible during the higher temperatures forecast over the coming days:
- Carry water with you on the Tube, rail and bus networks;
- Don’t board a train or bus if you feel unwell;
- If you feel unwell please get off at the next stop and seek help from staff and;
- Avoid pulling the passenger alarm between stations, as help can be more easily obtained when the train is in the platform.
Book airport transfer to avoid your journey in the busiest times.
http://www.allairporttransfer.com/
