Stratford (London) Station – Information for Travellers

Overview

Stratford is one of London’s largest and busiest transport hubs, serving Underground, Overground, DLR, National Rail, and the Elizabeth Line. It provides fast access to the City, Canary Wharf, West End, and East London. The station is next to Westfield Stratford City, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, and major residential and commercial developments.

Lines and Services

London Underground

• Central Line – to Mile End, Liverpool Street, Oxford Circus
• Jubilee Line – to Canary Wharf, London Bridge, Westminster

Elizabeth Line (Crossrail)

• Fast services to Paddington, Farringdon, Liverpool Street, Heathrow

DLR

• Services to Canary Wharf, Poplar, Woolwich Arsenal, Beckton

London Overground

• North London Line – to Highbury & Islington, Camden Road, Richmond

National Rail

• Greater Anglia – to Shenfield, Southend, Norwich

Typical Journey Times

• Stratford → Liverpool Street: ~7 minutes
• Stratford → Canary Wharf: ~10 minutes
• Stratford → Oxford Circus: ~20 minutes
• Stratford → Heathrow (Elizabeth Line): ~45 minutes

Station Facilities

• Ticket office and machines
• Shops, cafés, and Westfield nearby
• Cycle parking
• Step‑free access available

Accessibility

Stratford Station offers step‑free access to most platforms, including the Jubilee Line, DLR, and Elizabeth Line. Some interchange routes may require lifts or ramps.

Local Area

Stratford is a major East London destination with shopping, sports, and entertainment:

• Westfield Stratford City – one of Europe’s largest shopping centres
• Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park – stadiums, parklands, events
• London Stadium – home of West Ham United
• ArcelorMittal Orbit – viewing tower and slide
• Stratford Centre – local shopping mall

The area is modern, vibrant, and one of London’s fastest‑growing districts.