London Overground’s Big Makeover

Huh? The Overground lines are splitting up? Yep, starting Tue 26 Nov, each line gets a fresh name and a new look! Signs of this exciting change are appearing across the network as the rollout begins 👀✨

✅ The app is up to date.

 

The new lines

Each of the six Overground lines now carries a name inspired by London’s vibrant history and culture, connecting us more deeply with our city's rich heritage. 🥰

 

📍 Watford Junction – Euston

📜 Honouring the legacy and achievements of the England women’s football team.

 

📍 Richmond / Clapham Junction – Stratford

📜 Honouring the work of the Mildmay NHS hospital during the HIV/AIDS crisis.

 

📍 Highbury & Islington – New Cross/Clapham Junction/Crystal Palace/West Croydon

📜 Recognising the contribution of the Windrush generation, who’s shaped London’s cultural identity.

 

📍 Liverpool Street – Enfield Town/Cheshunt/Chingford

📜 Celebrating an area of London known for its textile trade.

 

📍 Gospel Oak – Barking Riverside

📜 Celebrating the Suffragette movement, which has roots in London.

 

📍 Romford – Upminster

📜 Celebrating the long-standing freedom that is a defining feature of London.

 

🎉Tadaaa

Source: TfL

This looks so much better!

How does it look in the app?

Our icons will now include both the Overground roundel logo and the coloured stripes of each line. Here's how it looks in Citymapper when your journey includes a ride on the Overground. 

Your journey details will now show the new name and colour of the line too. 

 

And in real life? 

1️⃣ Clearer announcements

Forget “Overground - Severe Delays.” Now, you’ll hear updates for each line by name (e.g. “Lioness Line”)—making it easy to know if your route is affected.

2️⃣ Easier to Tell Friends Where You’re Going

Each line has a memorable name, so explaining your route (or telling your date where you live 👀) just got way simpler.

3️⃣ New station signs for easier navigation

Have you ever been on the Highbury & Islington Overground platforms? Say less. This 👇 looks much better:

Source: TfL

 

Rest assured—the classic 🍊 orange will live on in spots across the network - after all, the Tube wouldn't be the same without it!

But fresh starts sometimes call for a smashing entrance. ⭐️

🧡 Team Citymapper 🧡