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When are the next rail strikes this week?

Wednesday
Aug 20
no strike
Industrial action
Some routes may be impacted by strike.
Thursday
Aug 21
no strike
Industrial action
Some routes may be impacted by strike.
Friday
Aug 22
no strike
Industrial action
Some routes may be impacted by strike.
Saturday
Aug 23
no strike
Industrial action
Some routes may be impacted by strike.
Sunday
Aug 24
no strike
Non-Strike day
Have a nice trip.
Monday
Aug 25
no strike
Non-Strike day
Have a nice trip.
Tuesday
Aug 26
no strike
Non-Strike day
Have a nice trip.
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Upcoming UK Trains Train Strikes Action

Keep reading for our strikes information.

Aug 14 to Aug 23
Industrial action to affect CrossCountry services
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Period:Thursday, August 14 to Saturday, August 23
Operators:CrossCountry
Related Information:Industrial action by the RMT union on Saturday 23 August and Monday 25 August will mean a significant reduction in CrossCountry services operating on those days.In addition, CrossCountry anticipate that there will be train cancellations on Sunday 24 August, with services that do run expected to be extremely busy.Please continue to check your journey ( https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ ) before travelling.If your CrossCountry train is cancelled, rescheduled, or significantly disrupted after you’ve bought your ticket and you decide not to travel, you are entitled to a full refund where no admin fee will be charged. Refunds must be requested from your original retailer. This applies for both tickets if you hold two single tickets for a return journey e.g. Advance fares.Information on the industrial action is also available on the CrossCountry website ( https://www.crosscountrytrains.co.uk/travel-information/disruption/industrial-action ).

Ticket and Refund Information

We know how frustrating this is, and we're going to do everything we can to help.Log into your account now, or click 'manage booking' in your confirmation email, to see if it's already possible to get a fee-free refund.

Advance tickets
If you've booked with us and your train is cancelled or rescheduled, you can get a free refund online.
If trains are still running on strike days but you choose to cancel your journey, you may have to pay an administration fee. Watch for train change alerts in the TrainPal App.
If the system does not confirm changes to your train journey, please contact our customer support for assistance with your refund.
Flexible tickets
If your train is unaffected by the strike but you change your plans, you can reschedule your journey or cancel it(but may have to pay an administration fee).
FAQ
What information is available about the strikes?
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Upcoming rail strikes have been announced, which will impact some train operators. From Thursday, August 14 to Saturday, August 23.
How can i verify the status of my train?
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