Is Stratford International accessible?
Is Stratford International accessible? Step free access to all platforms via lifts. Pedestrian access to the international station from the regional station either via Westfield shopping centre or the roadway to the second entrance.
Is Stratford Overground connected to Underground?
Platforms 3, 3A and 6 are used by the London Underground Central line, which rise from their tunnels onto the overground here and then immediately descend back underground upon departure from Stratford.
What is the fastest train out of London?
The maximum speed currently possible in the UK is 186mph, achieved by Eurostar trains on the HS1 line between London and the Channel Tunnel. The HS1 line is used by Eurostar services and Javelin commuter services from Kent, although the latter have a max speed of 140mph.
What is the difference between Stratford and Stratford International?
Stratford International is a National Rail station in Stratford and a separate Docklands Light Railway (DLR) station nearby, located in East Village in London. Despite its name, no international services stop at the station; plans for it to be served by Eurostar trains never came to fruition.
How many platforms does Stratford International Station have?
Answer. There are four platforms at Stratford International Station, two for domestic high speed trains and two for international trains. The platforms are designed to accommodate the different door heights between domestic and international trains.
Does Stratford International have ticket barriers?
Station buildings do not have doors or ticket barriers and are open 24 hours a day. Train services are not 24 hours. Please see link to TFL website for train operating times at each station. Self-service ticket machines are available at each station.
Why is Stratford Station called International?
'Ready to become international' The station needed a different name to avoid any confusion with Stratford regional station. Stratford International is physically built ready for it to become international and would only need the technical equipment, such as computers and scanning machines.
Is Stratford International on the Elizabeth line?
The opening of the Elizabeth line cements Stratford as the best-connected hub in London. You can now get from Paddington to Stratford in under 20 minutes.
How to get to Stratford International through Westfield?
To travel between Stratford International and Stratford Regional station, passengers are advised to walk through the Westfield shopping centre (access is available through the Lower Ground Floor) which is about a ten minute walk and does not involve steps, lifts or escalators.
Which zone is Stratford International?
(Zone 2/3)
Is Stratford International Zone 2?
The stations in Zone 2/3 as of January 2016 are: Stratford International.