Transport for LondonEast London line
Brand new trains will take you on your way
About the extension
By June 2010, the line will run from Dalston Junction in the north to New Cross, Crystal Palace and West Croydon in the south. By February 2011 we will have extended it to Highbury & Islington.
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We are also planning to extend the line west from Surrey Quays to Clapham Junction.
The line will form part of the wider London Overground orbital network, which will allow you to travel around London by train without having to enter central London.
New trains
You will enjoy fast, frequent services in air-conditioned, accessible trains with audio and visual announcements.
You will be able to use Oyster cards and Freedom Passes, and under-11s accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket can travel free.
By February 2011, 12 trains (increasing to 16 when the line is extended to Clapham Junction), will run every hour in each direction through the centre section, with eight trains an hour between Highbury & Islington and Dalston Junction.
The trains will serve a total of 30 stations.
Alternative routes
The entire line is closed while we work to extend it, but there is a special replacement bus services to get to Tube, DLR and National Rail services within Zone 2. Please bear this in mind if purchasing an annual season ticket.
Use Journey Planner to find out about alternative travel arrangements. You may wish to consider walking and cycling options during the period of closure.
Find out more
For details of bus services covering the route of the ELL please download our leaflet:
East London line closure leaflet (PDF 474KB).
For further travel information call our 24-hour travel information number 020 7222 1234.
