Meet Jai, a 16-year-old student from central London whose passion for public transport has taken him on an incredible adventure.
Through his captivating TikTok posts, he’s gained over 400,000 views as he shares his unique journey of following the routes of London’s Tube lines—on foot, no less!
Starting the Journey
It all began in August of last year when Jai set out to walk the iconic Victoria line.
He started his trek at Walthamstow Central and made his way to Brixton.
Since then, he hasn’t looked back, successfully walking six of the city’s eleven Underground lines.
He even conquered the brief Waterloo & City line in a mere 31 minutes!
Memorable Experiences
His latest accomplishment was a long walk along the Bakerloo line last December, which sparked an even bigger dream: he wants to walk the entire length of London itself.
Among his most memorable experiences, he fondly recalls the seven-hour and 43-minute journey along the Hammersmith & City line, enjoying the nightlife of Shepherd’s Bush along the way.
The Adventure Ahead
When it comes to planning his walks, Jai takes a laid-back approach.
He simply reviews maps to map out achievable routes for the day.
Initially, his challenge of the Victoria line only attracted about 200 views.
But after he posted about the Bakerloo line adventure, interest surged, inspiring him to take on the ultimate challenge of walking across the entire city.
Taking on the role of a modern-day explorer, Jai has found that walking is more than just a hobby; it’s a passion that connects him to like-minded individuals.
He often gets messages from others eager to join him on his journey.
He stresses the need for resilience for those looking to take on similar adventures, advising to keep breaks to a minimum—he prefers quick stops for snacks like Bourbons from local shops.
Jai’s adventure is just beginning.
While his knowledge of trains is impressive, buses have captured his curiosity, and he dreams of exploring their routes in the future.
His story is a testament to the idea that with determination and a spirit of adventure, anyone can chase their dreams and inspire others to do the same along the way.
Source: Bbc.com