Can you take suitcases on the tube?

When carrying luggage on the Tube, look out for the raised platform areas to board and, where possible, avoid travelling during the busiest times: you may have an easier journey. Although staff will be present they may not be able to assist you with luggage as a result of carrying out other duties.



Yes, you are fully permitted to take suitcases on the London Underground (the Tube) at no extra cost in 2026. Transport for London (TfL) rules allow up to three items of personal luggage per person. However, there are practical challenges to consider. Many older stations lack lifts or escalators, meaning you may have to carry your heavy bags up multiple flights of stairs. For 2026 travelers, it is highly recommended to use the Elizabeth Line or the "Step-Free" maps provided by TfL if you have large suitcases. During peak rush hours (07:30–09:30 and 16:30–18:30), the trains can be extremely crowded, making it difficult and socially awkward to board with bulky luggage. If you have multiple large bags, taking a taxi or the Heathrow Express is often worth the extra cost for the added comfort and lack of stairs.

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Use the Tube and Train Map Using stations with lifts and elevators you can take your luggage around easily and not worry to carry them on a long flight of stairs and ramps. This can also be handy if you are travelling with your family. Look for a hotel with family rooms in London.

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Here are some tips on what will fit comfortably onboard our trains: Please note we only allow three items per person. A maximum of one large suitcase, a carry on bag and small handbag can be brought onboard.

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As said, just use the wide gates and walk through with your suitcase. Those gates are designed to stop trolleys from being taken into the station, your suitcase will get through.

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Ten multi-use spaces are on each train for those travelling with buggies, luggage and cycles.

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What is the size of 23kg luggage bag? A suitcase of size M (50 – 80 liters) or L (80 – 100 liters) is suitable for 23 kg of luggage. Choosing the right suitcase size depends on whether you want to pack a lot of light items or a few heavy ones.

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Store your baggage from £1 per hour at more than 120 luggage storage locations across London with LuggageHero. Drop your suitcase at one of the many nannies with Nannybag for £6 per day. For £5 a day, you can lighten your load by storing your luggage at one of Radical Storage's many locations.

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Oyster and contactless payment cards For most people travelling around London, the cheapest way to get around is by using an Oyster or contactless payment card. An Oyster card is a smart card you can use instead of paper tickets, available on buses, Tubes, trams, rail, DLR and some river services.

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one personal item, 25 lbs. (12 kg) and 14 x 11 x 7 inches. two carry-on items, 50 lbs. (23 kg) and 28 x 22 x 14 inches each (Pacific Surfliner: up to 28 x 22 x 11 inches each)

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First and foremost, it is not a 'tube line' – it is a regular national railway line. But it coexists and operates side-by-side with the London Underground. Perhaps the biggest and most obvious difference are the trains themselves.

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The Elizabeth Line offers a reasonable, more budget-friendly option for travelling to Heathrow. It's likely to be the best train to Heathrow if you're coming from East or Central London, as it avoids the need to change at Paddington. It's also the cheapest option if you need to travel at the last-minute.

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The London Underground is very busy during 'rush hour' with commuters moving around the city. You can expect the trains and stations to be overcrowded between 7.30AM and 9AM in the morning and between 5PM and 7PM in the evening.

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Train Stations and Luggage Storage You can find Left Luggage facilities at almost all major London train stations, including Euston, Waterloo, Paddington, Kings Cross and St Pancras International, Charing Cross, Liverpool Street and Victoria.

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