[88]

Odd to see the Elizabeth Line (Crossrail) presented in such a positive light.

As an engineering project Crossrail became famous for being repeatedly delayed (eventually opening four years late) and many billions over budget.

Since opening the Elizabeth Line has been beset by high numbers of service cancellations and poor punctuality (usually blamed on having to share track outside the central tunnel section with other operators).

[gerjomarty]

By most accounts the Elizabeth line in its operational phase has been a great success.

According to the ORR's (Office of Road and Rail) first annual report after opening the central section of the Elizabeth line, passenger numbers have exceeded their "post-pandemic optimistic scenario" and the line is on course to be revenue-positive within a few years.

More details in this London Reconnections post here: https://www.londonreconnections.com/2023/the-state-of-rail-b...

[carb]

Despite this it's been generally fantastic, has air conditioning, now has mobile service, and has provided incredible commuting and airport access.

Once it opened and started running, I haven't heard anyone complain about the budget overruns or delayed opening date.

[switch007]

It's not perfect but better than the older alternative. Londoners will always grumble about transport, because they pay a lot of money and commuting is a pain no matter how nice the trains are.

[dkdbejwi383]

Only complaint I have is that it's already so popular that trains are absolutely packed!

[Mordisquitos]

Nobody uses it anymore because the trains are so full.

[dkdbejwi383]

Well there were a lot of nobodies including me using it last night.

[emblaegh]

As someone who lives on the lizzy line, it's definitely far from perfect. It is improving however, and I cannot overstate the blessing that it has been on my life.