Transport for London’s new TfL Go app provides real time journey information for Tube, rail and bus services – which have been restored to ‘normal’ service levels on weekdays – as well as detail to help people choose to travel at quieter times to enable social distancing.

The app, which is currently available for iPhones and will later be offered on Android, also shows users alternative routes and walking and cycling options and provides step free access information for those with accessibility needs.

“Coronavirus will continue to have a significant impact on the way we move around our city for the foreseeable future,” said London’s deputy mayor for transport Heidi Alexander.

“This means continuing to maintain social distancing, wearing a face covering while using the network, avoiding travelling at peak times when you can, and walking and cycling where possible when arriving at mainline central London train stations.”

Transport for London’s managing director of customers, communication and technology Vernon Everitt added: “Our services are cleaner than ever and running at near normal levels and we are offering a wider range of active travel options, including extensive new walking and cycling facilities.

“This app offers Londoners the information they need to get around easily, safely and reliably.”

Think tank London First has welcomed the new app which it said will help people choose to travel at quieter times. Its programme director for transport Adam Tyndall said: “The more data Londoners have available in accessible formats like this, the more likely they are to have confidence as they return to public transport.”

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