Severe delays are causing disruption on the Elizabeth line.
Passengers travelling between Heathrow Airport and Paddington and between Reading and Paddington, are affected during the rush hour this morning due to faulty overhead wires at Hayes & Harlington.
Transport for London is advising people to allow extra time and check before travelling.
Tickets are being accepted on London Underground, London Buses, Great Western Railway and South Western Railway services via any reasonable route.
A good service is operating on the rest of the line.
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Here are the alternative routes:
Heathrow Terminal 5 and Paddington
Passengers travelling between Heathrow Terminal 5 and Paddington can use the Heathrow Express, which takes around 20 minutes, with a total journey time of about 26 to 27 minutes including walking time.
Bus routes are available but take significantly longer, at around 90 minutes or more.
Heathrow Terminal 4 and Paddington
Passengers travelling between Heathrow Terminal 4 and Paddington can take the Elizabeth line, with journey times of around 42 to 43 minutes.
An alternative route is via Heathrow Terminals 2 and 3 using a combination of the Heathrow Express and the Piccadilly line. This takes approximately 40 to 45 minutes, depending on connections.
Bus services are also available but can take close to two hours.
Reading and Paddington
Passengers travelling between Reading and Paddington can use Great Western Railway services, with journey times of around 22 to 25 minutes.
Bus-only routes are available but take more than two and a half hours.
Passengers are advised to check live travel updates and allow extra time for their journeys.
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