London City Airport DLR station facts for kids
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| Location | London City Airport, Silvertown |
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| Local authority | London Borough of Newham |
| Managed by | Docklands Light Railway |
| Number of platforms | 2 |
| Accessible | Yes |
| Fare zone | 3 |
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| 2 December 2005 | Opened |
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The London City Airport DLR station is a special train station in London. It is part of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) network. This station helps people travel to and from London City Airport. It first opened on December 2, 2005.
The station is on the King George V branch of the DLR. Trains from here can go west towards Bank in the heart of London. They can also go east towards Woolwich Arsenal.
Why This Station is Important
This station was built mainly to serve the airport. It is still a very important stop on the DLR line. The station has a great covered walkway. This path connects directly to the airport terminal building.
The DLR is known for its simple and good design. London City Airport station also follows this idea. However, it has some special features for airport passengers. For example, there is a fully enclosed waiting room. This room is on the central platform. It gives travelers a comfortable place to wait.
Location and Travel Zone
The station is located in the London Borough of Newham. This area is part of East London. It is in Travelcard Zone 3. This means it is within a specific area for public transport fares.
| Preceding station |  DLR |
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towards Bank or Tower Gateway
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Docklands Light Railway |
towards Woolwich Arsenal
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Images for kids
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Platforms looking east
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Platforms looking west
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Platform signage
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Main entrance to the Airport and Station (DLR sign visible near bridge)
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Platforms with a westbound train
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A westbound train approaching the station
