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Poplar Docklands Light Railway
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Platforms 2 and 3 at Poplar DLR station
Location Poplar
Local authority London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Managed by Docklands Light Railway
Number of platforms 4
Accessible Yes
Fare zone 2
Railway companies
Original company Docklands Light Railway
Key dates
31 August 1987 Opened
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Poplar DLR station is a busy train station located in Poplar, London. It's part of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) network, which is a special type of train system in London. This station is in Travelcard Zone 2, which helps people figure out how much their train ticket will cost.

What is the Docklands Light Railway?

The Docklands Light Railway, or DLR for short, is a cool, automated train system in East London. It's like a smaller, modern version of the London Underground, but many of its tracks are above ground, giving you great views! The DLR trains don't have drivers inside the train itself; they are controlled by computers. This makes them very efficient and modern.

Why Poplar Station is Important

Poplar DLR station is a really important hub for the DLR network. It's served by four out of the five main DLR routes. This means many different trains pass through Poplar, making it one of the busiest stations on the entire DLR system in terms of how many services it handles. It helps connect many parts of East London, making it easy for people to travel for work, school, or fun!

Station History

Poplar DLR station first opened its doors on 31 August 1987. It was one of the original stations when the Docklands Light Railway began operating. Over the years, the station has grown and changed to handle more passengers and trains as the DLR network expanded.

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