Crossharbour DLR station
Crossharbour is a Docklands Light Railway station on the Isle of Dogs in East London, serving the Bank–Lewisham line and local residential and waterside areas in Travelcard Zone 2.
Crossharbour is a light metro station on the Docklands Light Railway serving the Isle of Dogs in East London. Located between Mudchute and South Quay stations, it lies close to the Millwall Inner Dock and takes its name from the nearby Glengall Bridge, which crosses the dock.
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The station occupies a position on the eastern edge of the Isle of Dogs neighbourhood and is within Travelcard Zone 2. It sits on an elevated section of track typical of much of the DLR network, with two platforms serving trains in both directions. Street-level entrances lead up to the platforms by stairs and lifts, providing step-free access for passengers with prams, luggage or mobility needs.
Facilities and features
- Two-platform configuration for inbound and outbound services.
- Ticket machines and Oyster/contactless payment facilities compatible with London travel cards.
- Step-free access between street and platform via lifts.
- Information screens and signage aligned to DLR standards for real-time service updates.
History and name
Crossharbour opened as part of the Docklands network that was developed to improve public transport connections to Docklands and Canary Wharf. Over time the station's name and signage have reflected local changes and nearby venues; its present name refers directly to the Glengall Bridge and the crossing of Millwall Inner Dock.
Services and connections
Crossharbour is served by the Bank–Lewisham line, providing frequent trains toward central London and southeast to Lewisham. The station offers easy pedestrian routes to nearby residential areas, waterside walks and local shops. For onward travel, surface bus routes operate in the surrounding streets and the DLR timetable connects passengers with the wider London transport network.
Role and context
As part of the DLR, Crossharbour supports local commuting and leisure travel on the Isle of Dogs and contributes to the public transport infrastructure that underpins development in Docklands. Its proximity to canal-side promenades and waterside housing makes it a practical access point for both residents and visitors exploring this part of East London. For maps and official service information see the DLR and local transport pages: Docklands Light Railway, Isle of Dogs.
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AlegsaOnline.com Crossharbour DLR station Leandro Alegsa
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Sources
- hidden-london.com : "Crossharbour - Hidden London"
- tfl.gov.uk : "Keeping London moving"