London DLR line Map
The Docklands Light Railway (DLR line map) is a cool and important part of East London’s transport network. While it’s not your typical underground tube line, it fits perfectly into London’s underground.
DLR Line Map Routes
Here are the main routes you’ll find on the DLR:
- Bank to Lewisham 🏦➡️🏘️
- Tower Gateway to Beckton 🗼➡️🏢
- Stratford to Lewisham 🚉➡️🏘️
- Bank to King George V 🏦➡️🤴
- Stratford International to Woolwich Arsenal 🚉➡️⚓
The DLR is busy, with 92.3 million passengers in 2022/23. Always check the destination sign before boarding to ensure you’re on the right train.
| 🗺️ Route | 🛤️ Description |
|---|---|
| Bank to Lewisham 🏦➡️🏘️ | Connects the central business district with South East London. |
| Tower Gateway to Beckton 🗼➡️🏢 | Runs through historic and modern parts of East London. |
| Stratford to Lewisham 🚉➡️🏘️ | Links major shopping areas and residential neighborhoods. |
| Bank to King George V 🏦➡️🤴 | Connects central London with the Royal Docks area. |
| Stratford International to Woolwich Arsenal 🚉➡️⚓ | Offers access to major transport hubs and historical sites. |
DLR line Map History
| 🚆 Route | 📍 Key Stations | 🔄 Transfer Options | 📅 Year Opened | 💡 Interesting Facts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank to Lewisham 🏦➡️🏘️ | Bank, Canary Wharf, Lewisham | Central, Jubilee, Southeastern | 1999 | The only route that passes through the iconic Canary Wharf. 🏙️ |
| Tower Gateway to Beckton 🗼➡️🏢 | Tower Gateway, Canning Town, Beckton | Circle, District, Jubilee, C2C | 1994 | Provides stunning views of the Thames Barrier. 🌊 |
| Stratford to Lewisham 🚉➡️🏘️ | Stratford, Poplar, Lewisham | Central, Jubilee, Overground | 1999 | Popular with commuters heading to the financial district. 💼 |
| Bank to King George V 🏦➡️🤴 | Bank, Shadwell, King George V | Central, Jubilee, Overground | 2005 | Named after the nearby Royal Dock. ⚓ |
| Stratford International to Woolwich Arsenal 🚉➡️⚓ | Stratford International, London City Airport, Woolwich Arsenal | Jubilee, Southeastern, Thameslink | 2011 | The only route that serves London City Airport. 🛫 |
DLR Line map overview
DLR line map Connections
| 🚉 DLR Station | 🔄 Connecting Lines | 📍 Nearby Landmarks |
|---|---|---|
| Bank 🏦 | Central, Northern, Waterloo & City, Circle, District | 🏛️ Bank of England, 🏛️ The Royal Exchange |
| Canary Wharf 🌆 | Jubilee Line | 🏙️ One Canada Square, 🏛️ Museum of London Docklands |
| Stratford 🏟️ | Central, Jubilee, Overground, National Rail, Elizabeth Line | 🏅 Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, 🛍️ Westfield Stratford City |
| Canning Town 🚡 | Jubilee Line, Local Bus Services | 🚠 Emirates Air Line Cable Car, 📍 ExCeL London |
| Westferry 🚢 | Local Bus Services | ⛵ Limehouse Basin Marina |
| Lewisham 🏘️ | National Rail, Local Bus Services | 🏢 Lewisham Shopping Centre, 🌳 Blackheath |
| Woolwich Arsenal ⚓ | Southeastern, Thameslink, Local Bus Services | 🏰 Royal Arsenal Riverside, 🏬 Woolwich Market |
| London City Airport 🛫 | Local Bus Services | ✈️ London City Airport, 🐄 Newham City Farm |
Shopping center On DLR line map
| 🛍️ Shopping Center | 🚉 Nearest DLR Station | 📍 Key Features | 🌐 Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Stratford City 🏙️ | Stratford International 🚉 | One of the largest shopping centers in Europe with a variety of stores, restaurants, and a cinema. 🛒🎬 | Visit Website 🌐 |
| Westfield London 🏬 | White City (Overground, close to DLR) 🚉 | High-end stores, dining options, and entertainment facilities. 🛍️🍽️ | Visit Website 🌐 |
| Canary Wharf Shopping Centre 🏢 | Canary Wharf 🚉 | Range of shops, cafes, and eateries in the heart of the Canary Wharf business district. ☕🍴 | Visit Website 🌐 |
| Royal Arsenal Riverside 🏰 | Woolwich Arsenal 🚉 | Historic shopping area with modern retail and heritage. 🛍️🏙️ | Visit Website 🌐 |
| The O2 Greenwich 🎉 | North Greenwich 🚉 | Large entertainment complex with shops, restaurants, and an arena. 🎤🎟️ | Visit Website 🌐 |
One of the DLR line standout features is its driverless trains! Yes, you read that right. These trains run automatically, but don’t worry—there’s always a Passenger Service Agent (PSA) onboard to make sure everything runs smoothly and to take over if needed. But honestly It’s kind of cool and comforting to know there’s a friendly person keeping an eye on things, just in case.☺️
