Coldplay Fans Warned: London Underground Strikes to Hit Wembley Shows
Thousands of Coldplay fans heading to Wembley Stadium in early September could see their travel plans thrown into chaos as fresh London Underground strikes loom.
Coldplay is midway through their monumental Wembley run, with 10 sold-out nights drawing 90,000 fans per show. But while most dates are safe, the band’s grand finale on Sunday 7 September and Monday 8 September is now at risk of serious travel disruption.
The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union has called walkouts across the Tube network, citing exhausting shift patterns and unresolved pay disputes.
“Fatigue” and “extreme working hours” are at the heart of the dispute, according to the union, which says Transport for London (TfL) has failed to address concerns.
- Friday 5 September – A 24-hour strike begins at the Ruislip depot.
- From Sunday 7 September – Different groups of staff walk out daily, aiming to paralyse the Underground.
All lines are expected to be affected except the Elizabeth line and London Overground, which are not part of the dispute.
Fans travelling for the last two concerts are being urged to plan ahead, allow extra journey time, and look for alternatives. With Wembley’s transport system already stretched during big events, strikes could make journeys far more complicated.
Those travelling earlier for Coldplay’s shows on 22, 23, 26, 27, 30, and 31 August, and 3 and 4 September, should face no Tube-related issues.
The Wembley dates mark the end of the band’s global Music of the Spheres Tour, which has visited 43 countries since 2022. Fans can expect a mix of classic hits, Yellow, Clocks, The Scientist, Viva La Vida – alongside new tracks and Coldplay’s signature light-show spectacle.
All 10 shows are sold out, though resale sites still list tickets. Prices currently start at around £170 on Viagogo, with further options available on StubHub and Vivid Seats. VIP packages remain via Seat Unique, while Ticketmaster may release limited production tickets.
For Coldplay, Wembley is the ultimate homecoming. But for fans, the final nights may involve more than just battling queues at the bar – the London Underground strikes could be the biggest hurdle of all.
Plan ahead, check TfL updates, and brace for delays. The music will go on, but the journey there might test your patience.
