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In this modern world, we are almost always reachable. Thanks to smartphones, Londoners are just about constantly connected to the internet, making us available for WhatsApps, Slack messages and emails. The only times when we get to go (blissfully, for some) dark is when catching a flight, riding the tube, or, for some inexplicable reason, we’re in Covent Garden.
But that’s all about to change. Soon, you won’t have to download your Spotify playlists and Netflix episodes in advance when passing through these Underground stations, because they are about to get 4G and 5G mobile data coverage.
Which stations will have mobile coverage by the end of 2025?
Underground phone coverage was first trialled in March 2020 on part of the Jubilee line, and a full rollout started in December 2022. There have been delays to some of the rollouts, but there’s now phone signal along many parts of the Underground network and the Elizabeth line.
Responding to a Freedom of Information request submitted by IanVisits, TfL revealed which stations will have mobile coverage by the end of this year. They are:
- Balham
- Battersea Power Station (NLE)
- Bayswater
- Blackfriars
- Euston Square
- Holloway Road
- King’s Cross St. Pancras
- Mansion House
- Moorgate
- Vauxhall
Which stations will have coverage in the future?
Transport for London also revealed that even more stations will be connected to mobile networks by June 2026. Here’s the full list.
- Aldgate
- Aldgate East
- Brixton
- Cannon Street
- Edgware Road
- Euston Square
- Gloucester Road
- Great Portland Street
- Highbury & Islington
- Kilburn Park
- Knightsbridge
- Lambeth North
- Liverpool Street
- Maida Vale
- Marylebone
- Old Street
- Paddington
- Sloane Square
- St James’s Park
- St John’s Wood
- Temple
- Victoria
- Warwick Avenue
All four mobile network operators – Three UK, EE, Vodafone, and Virgin Media O2 – are taking part in the rollout. From then on, Londoners will be able to scroll TikTok and Instagram while Underground to their hearts’ content. Just remember people – don’t forget to wear headphones.
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