British Transport Police
The British Transport Police can be reached at +448004050040 for a variety of services related to the railway network. This number is available 24/7 for reporting crimes, incidents, or suspicious activities. You can also report lost or found property, antisocial behavior, missing persons, and fraud. General enquiries can be made through this line as well. While the service operates around the clock, callers may experience long wait times during peak hours or major incidents. It is advisable to use alternative contact methods such as texting 61016 or online reporting for non-emergencies.
Updated 15 Dec 2025
Expected outcomes
- Report a crime
- Report lost property
- Report antisocial behavior
- Report a missing person
- Report fraud
- Make general enquiries
Call preparation
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- Incident details
- Location
- Time of incident
- Contact information
- Item description
- Person details
Known issues
Callers to the British Transport Police may occasionally face long wait times, particularly during peak hours or major incidents. To mitigate this, consider using alternative methods like texting 61016 or online reporting. Additionally, some callers mistakenly contact BTP for non-railway issues. In such cases, they are redirected to the appropriate authority. For emergencies, always dial 999. For non-emergencies, the 0800 40 50 40 line is recommended, but be prepared for possible delays.
