What is tube driver salary?

In a statement, TfL said: “The average base pay of a Tube driver is £55,011. The overwhelming majority earned total remuneration – including base pay, overtime, employer pension contributions and certain allowances - of £70,000 or considerably less.



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Most salary levels are just based on supply and demand economics really. What makes tube drivers different is the ability of their unions to make the supply of drivers extremely tight (and thus drive up their pay).

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There are stringent tests and assessments for candidates for London Underground train driver jobs. The application process includes an online multiple-choice test, an assessment centre, a group test, an English test and various other assessments. After passing these tests, you can proceed to a face-to-face interview.

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The estimate average salary for London Underground employees is around $63,459 per year, or the hourly rate of London Underground rate is $31. The highest earners in the top 75th percentile are paid over $70,995.

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Some London Tube drivers are now earning more than £100,000 a year, despite new technology that makes their jobs easier. Figures obtained by the Sunday Times reveal the highest-paid driver earned £103,374 in the year to November, a 69 per cent rise since 2012.

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When it comes to travelling back home at the end of her shift, it's actually pretty straightforward. She told viewers that there are two depots on the Bakerloo Line – one at Queen's Park and one at Elephant and Castle – and every driver has a 'home' depot where they start and finish work.

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Here are some general steps to follow to become a train driver:
  1. Gain GCSEs in English and maths. ...
  2. Reach the minimum age. ...
  3. Pass the medical requirements. ...
  4. Complete an apprenticeship. ...
  5. Apply for trainee driver roles with train companies. ...
  6. Complete your training. ...
  7. Apply for a role with TfL. ...
  8. Complete assessments.


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follow track signalling, safety and speed instructions. leave platforms and pull into stations safely. make passenger announcements. control automatic doors.

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You only drive one line unless you are an assessor or a test train operator.

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If you are a person who likes to work with some independence and isolation where your boss is not always watching you then it could mean interesting to you. This is a well paid job of driving a tube and the training support is there.

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The average train driver salary in the UK is £48,500 per year. Train drivers can expect to begin with an average starting salary of £30,000, with the highest salaries often exceeding £65,000. Train driver salaries can also differ between commercial or freight roles.

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The highest amount of pay was given to Jim Crawford, Crossrail's Chief Programme Officer, who earned £499,447.

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Rewarding you
  • Final salary pension scheme.
  • Free travel for you and a nominated partner/family member on the TfL network.
  • A 75% discount on National Rail Season Ticket and interest-free loan.
  • Minimum of 29 days annual leave plus public holidays.
  • Private healthcare discounted scheme - optional.
  • Tax-efficient childcare payments.


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