The London Underground Colour Palette – Tube Train Gifts

London Underground Art Prints & Gifts

The London Underground Colour Palette celebrates one of the most recognisable transport systems in the world – the Tube.

Inspired by the colours that guide millions of journeys every day, this palette turns London’s Underground lines into bold, meaningful swatches.

From the constant rhythm of the Northern line to the heritage warmth of the Bakerloo and the recent arrival of the Elizabeth line and the origins of the world’s first underground railway, each colour tells a story of movement, history and city life.

Designed as train-inspired gifts, this collection is perfect for London lovers, commuters, transport enthusiasts and anyone drawn to the design language of the capital.

What Each Tube Colour Represents

Northern Black

Inspired by the Northern line, running constantly beneath London and carrying the city through every hour of the day and night. Northern Black reflects the pulse of London — dependable, relentless and always moving.

Bakerloo Brown

A warm, timeworn brown that nods to the Bakerloo line’s heritage and the comforting patina of a route that has seen generations of Londoners pass through its carriages.

Circle Yellow

Bright and optimistic, Circle Yellow is drawn from the line that loops London’s historic heart, connecting landmarks, neighbourhoods and layers of the city’s past and present.

Jubilee Silver

Cool and contemporary, Jubilee Silver reflects the Jubilee line’s sleek design and its role in shaping modern Londonm from riverside regeneration to new urban centres.

Elizabeth Purple

A confident royal purple marking the arrival of the Tube’s newest line, Elizabeth Purple celebrates connection, progress and a bold new chapter for London’s transport story.

Met Magenta

Bold and historic, Met Magenta honours the Metropolitan line – the world’s first underground railway – and the moment where modern urban travel began in 1863.

The London Underground isn’t just a transport network; it’s a global design icon. Its line colours appear on maps, signage, apps, posters and souvenirs recognised worldwide. These colours help millions navigate the city daily, but they also represent London’s history, innovation and identity.

This palette transforms those everyday travel colours into lasting visual stories, making it especially relevant for searches around London transport art, Tube gifts and train-inspired décor.