West Silvertown DLR station facts for kids
Station entrance on northern side
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| Location | 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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| 2005 | Opened |
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West Silvertown is a modern train station in London. It's part of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) system, which is like a special light rail network that serves the East London area. This station first opened its doors in December 2005.
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About West Silvertown Station
West Silvertown station is a key stop on the DLR's branch that goes towards Woolwich Arsenal. It helps thousands of people travel every day. The station has two platforms, one for trains going in each direction.
Where Can You Go From Here?
From West Silvertown, you can catch trains that travel in two main directions:
- Westbound: Trains head towards Bank, which is right in the heart of the City of London. This is a busy area with lots of offices and famous landmarks.
- Eastbound: Trains go towards Woolwich Arsenal. On this journey, you'll pass through London City Airport station, which is super handy if you're catching a flight!
Location and Travel Zone
West Silvertown station is located in the London Borough of Newham, which is a large area in East London. It's also in Travelcard Zone 3. London's public transport system uses zones to help work out how much your journey costs. Being in Zone 3 means it's a bit further out from the very center of London (Zone 1).
Station Pictures
Here are some pictures of West Silvertown station:
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Platforms looking east
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Platforms looking west
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Platform signage
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Entrance on the southern side
Images for kids
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Interior of the West Silvertown station
