Wagon train: migration convoy and military baggage train Wagon train A wagon train is a group of wagons traveling together for safety and logistics, used both by migrating settlers and militaries to carry people, supplies, and equipment across long…
Walking: human locomotion, health benefits, technique and cultural roles Walk Walking is a fundamental mode of legged locomotion in humans and many animals; this article explains its mechanics, history, health benefits, varieties, technique and differences f…
Wallington railway station (London Borough of Sutton) Wallington railway station Suburban rail station in Wallington, London Borough of Sutton. Opened in 1847 and in Travelcard Zone 5, served by Southern with regular connections to central London and nearby tow…
Waltham Cross railway station A commuter railway station on the West Anglia Main Line serving Waltham Cross and nearby Waltham Abbey in Hertfordshire, England; opened in 1840 and operated by Greater Anglia.
Walthamstow Central station Major transport hub in northeast London serving the Victoria line and the Chingford branch of the Lea Valley Lines; an interchange between Underground, London Overground and local…
Warren Street tube station Central London Underground station serving the Northern (Charing Cross branch) and Victoria lines. Close to University College Hospital and within Travelcard Zone 1, with easy walk…
Washington Metro (Metrorail): overview, history, and operations Washington Metro The Washington Metro (Metrorail) is the rapid transit network serving the Washington, D.C. area. This article summarizes its structure, history, uses, and notable features.
Water taxi: urban passenger boats and their roles in city transport Water taxi A water taxi is a small passenger boat used in urban waterways for scheduled or on-demand transit. This article explains types, operation, history, uses, and how water taxis differ…
Waterloo & City line A short London Underground shuttle linking Waterloo mainline station with the City of London's Bank station, opened in 1898 and known for its deep tunnels and commuter-focused oper…
Waterloo International railway station Former London terminal for Eurostar services (1994–2007); a separate international concourse at London Waterloo with distinctive design, later closed and partially reused for domes…
Waterloo station (London) Waterloo station Major central London railway terminus in Lambeth, serving southwest England and connecting with the Underground. Owned by Network Rail, located near the South Bank in Travelcard Zo…
Waterway (navigable watercourse) Waterway A waterway is any natural or engineered body of water usable for movement of people and goods by vessels. Articles covers types, navigability, history, uses, management and environ…
Watford DC line Commuter railway from London Euston to Watford Junction, operated by London Overground; runs beside the West Coast Main Line and uses DC electrification and suburban electric train…
Watford tube station (Metropolitan line terminus) Watford tube station Terminus of the Watford branch of the Metropolitan line serving Watford town centre in Hertfordshire. Part of the London Underground network and subject to proposed reconfiguration…
Watling Street: ancient trackway and Roman road across England Watling Street Watling Street is an ancient east–west trackway in England, later engineered by the Romans and preserved in parts as modern roads (notably the A2 and A5); it remains important to a…
West Coast Main Line Major British rail artery linking London and Glasgow, serving intercity, regional and freight traffic; electrified trunk route with a long history and multiple operators.
West Croydon station (London) West Croydon station A combined rail, Tramlink and bus interchange in Croydon, London, serving as a suburban transport hub in Travelcard Zone 5 with connections across south London.
West Gate Bridge A major multi-span road bridge over the Yarra River near Melbourne, Australia, opened in 1978. Notable for its length, role in traffic and freight, and the 1970 construction collap…
West Ham station — London Underground, DLR and National Rail interchange West Ham station Major East London interchange in Travelcard Zone 3 serving District, Hammersmith & City, Jubilee, the DLR and c2c National Rail; step-free and managed by London Underground.
West India Quay DLR station An elevated Docklands Light Railway station in Poplar, London, serving the West India Quay area and nearby Canary Wharf. Located in Travelcard Zone 2 and part of the Docklands tran…
West London line Short railway in west London linking Clapham Junction and Willesden Junction; important for cross-London passenger services and freight, served by London Overground and Southern.
West Ruislip station — Central line terminus and Chiltern Railways stop West Ruislip tube station West Ruislip is a rail and Underground station in the London Borough of Hillingdon, served by the Central line and Chiltern Railways. It functions as the western terminus of the Ce…
West Silvertown DLR station West Silvertown is a Docklands Light Railway station in the Royal Docks area of London, opened in 2005 on the Woolwich Arsenal branch; it serves local development, London City Airp…
West Sutton railway station Suburban railway station in the London Borough of Sutton, opened in 1930. Operated by Thameslink and located in Travelcard Fare Zone 5, it serves local commuters with stopping serv…
Westferry DLR station Westferry is a Docklands Light Railway station in Limehouse, east London, located in Travelcard Zone 2. It sits on a viaduct between Limehouse and the point where the DLR divides t…
Westland Sea King helicopter Westland Sea King British-built licensed variant of the Sikorsky SH-3 Sea King, the Westland Sea King served as an anti-submarine, rescue and transport helicopter with bespoke British engines and el…
Wheel arrangement Overview of wheel arrangements: how wheels and axles are organized on locomotives, rail vehicles, road vehicles and other machines, plus common notation systems and examples.
Wheelbarrow: design, history, uses, and variations Wheelbarrow A wheelbarrow is a simple hand-propelled vehicle used to move loads. This article explains its parts, mechanics, history, common types, practical uses and care.
Wheelbase (distance between a vehicle's front and rear wheel centers) Wheelbase Wheelbase is the longitudinal distance between front and rear wheel centers. It affects stability, ride, interior space, turning radius and varies in definition across cars, trucks…
Wheelchair: overview, types, history, and accessibility Wheelchair A wheelchair is a mobility device for people with limited or no ability to walk. This article explains what wheelchairs are, their parts and types, a brief history, common uses, an…
Wheelspin Wheelspin is the loss of traction that occurs when a driven wheel rotates faster than vehicle speed. It has technical causes, motorsport uses, and safety, wear, and legal implicati…
Wherry Lines: Norwich to Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft railways Wherry Lines Secondary railway routes linking Norwich with Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft through The Broads; named after Norfolk wherries and forming part of Network Rail's rural Route 7.
White Hart Lane railway station Suburban rail station in Tottenham, North London. Opened 1872, now served by London Overground on the Lea Valley Lines; close to Tottenham Hotspur’s ground and located in Travelcar…
White Ship (1120) — sinking that precipitated an English succession crisis White Ship The White Ship sank off Barfleur in 1120, killing William Adelin and most aboard. Its loss caused a dynastic crisis in England that led to civil war and long-term political change.
Whyte notation — system for steam locomotive wheel arrangements Whyte notation Whyte notation classifies steam locomotives by wheel arrangement using counts of leading, driving, and trailing wheels. It is widely used in English-speaking countries and for hist…
Wickham Market railway station — local rail stop in Suffolk, England Wickham Market railway station Small rural station serving the village of Wickham Market in Suffolk, England; part of the regional rail network and served by Greater Anglia.
Wilderness Road: Route, history, and significance of the frontier trail Wilderness Road A concise overview of the Wilderness Road — its origin, route through the Cumberland Gap and Appalachians, role in westward migration to Kentucky, and its historical legacy.
Williamsburg Bridge Early 20th-century suspension bridge carrying road traffic, subway lines and a pedestrian/bike path across the East River between Manhattan and Brooklyn; opened December 19, 1903.
Wilmington and Western Railroad A heritage tourist railroad near Wilmington, Delaware, operating scenic excursions on restored track with vintage locomotives and passenger cars, preserving local rail history and…
Wimbledon station: rail, Underground and Tramlink interchange in southwest London Wimbledon station Wimbledon station is a multi-modal transport hub in the London Borough of Merton offering National Rail, London Underground (District line) and Tramlink connections in Travelcard Z…
Windshield (Windscreen): Function, Materials, History and Safety Windshield The windshield (windscreen) is the forward glazing of a vehicle that provides visibility and protection. This entry explains construction, materials, history, maintenance, and safe…
Wood Green tube station Wood Green is a Piccadilly line station in north London (Travelcard Zone 3) serving a busy shopping and residential area at the junction of Wood Green High Road and Lordship Lane.
Wood Street railway station, Walthamstow (London) Wood Street railway station Suburban rail station in Walthamstow, northeast London. Opened in 1873 and in Travelcard Zone 4, it serves local services on the Chingford branch and is notable for a cancelled Vic…
Woodbridge railway station Woodbridge railway station in Suffolk, England, serves the market town of Woodbridge on the East Suffolk Line. It is managed by Greater Anglia and provides local and regional rail…
Woodford tube station (London Underground) Woodford tube station Woodford is a London Underground station in the London Borough of Redbridge serving the Central line and acting as a terminus for some Hainault–via–Chigwell services.
Woodlands MRT station (NS9/TE2) — Woodlands interchange, Singapore Woodlands MRT station Above-ground MRT interchange in Woodlands, Singapore, serving the North–South and Thomson–East Coast Lines; adjacent to the Woodlands bus interchange and Causeway Point shopping ce…
Woodlands North MRT station (TE1) — northern terminal of the Thomson–East Coast line Woodlands North MRT station Underground terminal station on Singapore's Thomson–East Coast line serving northern Woodlands near Republic Polytechnic; planned RTS cross‑border link with Johor Bahru has been de…
Woodlands South MRT station (TE3) Woodlands South MRT station Woodlands South MRT station (TE3) is an underground Mass Rapid Transit station on Singapore’s Thomson–East Coast line, serving the Woodlands area and nearby schools and community f…
