what dates are the national rail strikes

The next national rail strike in the UK is currently scheduled for Thursday 26 March 2026.

Quick Scoop: Key dates

• There is no national rail strike today (11–17 March 2026 period shows no planned national rail action).

• The next planned national rail strike date listed is Thursday 26 March 2026 for:
  • “Rail – RMT” (national rail)

* “London Underground Staff – RMT” (Tube, but often affecting many rail journeys into London)

So in simple terms:

• Today: no national rail strike planned.

• Next big nationwide day to watch: Thursday 26 March 2026.

How “national” this is

• The “Rail – RMT” entry covers national rail services , not just one operator, so disruption is likely across much of Great Britain.

• London Underground staff also have a strike listed for the same date , which can compound disruption for anyone travelling via London.

What you should do next

• Closer to the time, check:
  • The official National Rail strike/industrial action page.

* Your specific train operator’s website or app for revised timetables and last‑minute cancellations.

• Some strikes are suspended at short notice after negotiations (this has happened before), so always re‑check in the days just before you travel.

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