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The Elizabeth line will stretch more than 60 miles from Reading and Heathrow in the west through central tunnels across to Shenfield and Abbey Wood in the east. The new railway - currently being built by Crossrail Ltd. - will stop at 40 accessible stations, 10 newly built and 30 newly upgraded, and is expected to serve around 200 million people each year. The Elizabeth line launches in 2019 when the central tunnels under London open.
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Crossrail Ltd.For more details of the new line, station designs and updated services, please visit the
Crossrail website.
Paddington station is undergoing the most significant transformation
since the completion of the original building in 1853. A busy terminus
for local, regional and international passengers, the opening of the
new station in Autumn 2019 will increase capacity at this major
interchange.
Built to the south of Brunel’s iconic 19th Century
station, directly below Eastbourne Terrace and Departures Road, the
new station spans three levels with two entrances into the station
via a new pedestrianised public realm.
When the route fully
opens in December 2019, passengers will be able to catch Elizabeth
line services from Paddington to Heathrow and Reading in the west
and Abbey Wood and Shenfield in the east.
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Crossrail Ltd.
The Elizabeth line Bond Street station will help improve accessibility
and increase capacity at one of the busiest shopping districts in
the UK to accommodate over 225,000 people using the Jubilee, Central
and Elizabeth lines daily.
Two brand new ticket halls at
street level – one at Davies Street, the other at Hanover Square -
flooded with natural light, will lead passengers to the platforms.
Bond Street station will open in 2019 when services
begin through central London. Trains will terminate at Paddington
in the west and Abbey Wood in the east.
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Crossrail Ltd.
Located in the heart of the West End, Tottenham Court Road is undergoing
a major transformation. The Crossrail project is delivering a new
underground station and ticket hall at Dean Street in Soho and a second
integrated ticket hall below St Giles Circus on Oxford Street.
When complete, Tottenham Court Road will be one of London’s
busiest stations, offering an interchange between the Northern,
Central and Elizabeth line services with more than 200,000 passengers
passing through the station every day.
Tottenham Court Road
station will open in 2019 when services begin through central
London. Trains will terminate at Paddington in the west and Abbey Wood
in the east.
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When the Elizabeth line opens in 2019 Farringdon station will be one
of the busiest in the UK, connecting with Thameslink and the London
Underground to provide links with outer London, the home counties,
the City, Canary Wharf and three of London’s five airports.
The goldsmiths, watchmakers, ironmongers and blacksmiths of Farringdon,
Clerkenwell and Smithfields and the Brutalist architecture of the nearby
Barbican Centre provide the context for the design of the new Farringdon
station.
Farringdon station will open in 2019 when
services begin through central London. Trains will terminate at Paddington
in the west and Abbey Wood in the east.
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Crossrail Ltd.
A number of physical constraints below ground at Liverpool Street made
the station one of the trickiest to thread into the urban fabric,
including a maze of sewers, existing Tube lines and the Post Office
Railway. In addition, layers of the city’s history had to be revealed
before much of the work could get underway, which in total uncovered
nearly 4,000 skeletons from the Bedlam burial site as well as thousands
of artefacts dating back to Roman times.
Liverpool Street station
will open in 2019 when services begin through central London.
Trains will terminate at Paddington in the west and Abbey Wood in the east.
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Crossrail Ltd.
Located in a rich and culturally diverse area, Whitechapel station
is an important interchange for both the Hammersmith & City and
District lines and London Overground. The design approach will see
the new Elizabeth line station weave between the existing transport
services to an elevated station concourse which acts as a bridge
improving community links.
Whitechapel station will open in
2019 when services begin through central London. Trains will
terminate at Paddington in the west and Abbey Wood in the east.
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Crossrail Ltd.
Sitting below a five storey mixed-use development known as Crossrail
Place, the new Canary Wharf station helps connect this key business
district to the City of London, the West End and Heathrow. At the same
time, it acts as a bridge between two communities - Canary Wharf Estate
and Poplar to the north.
The 250 metre-long station box is
surrounded by the water of West India Quay dock. Designing a station
to be built 18 metres below water level presented significant design
challenges but has resulted in optimum access to and through the Canary
Wharf Estate while retaining a navigable channel for boats within the dock.
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The site of the new Elizabeth line station at Custom House, constrained
by the existing DLR line and power cables passing overhead, residential
properties to the north and ExCel London to the south, required a
unique solution.
It was crucial that the station integrated
well within the existing infrastructure and wider urban surroundings.
To achieve this, a freestanding building with an elevated concourse
above it was designed using thousands of pre-cast concrete segments.
Custom House station will open in 2019 when services
begin through central London. Trains will terminate at Paddington
in the west and Abbey Wood in the east.
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Crossrail Ltd.
The historic site of the Royal Arsenal in Woolwich was once a walled
off private world that saw the manufacture of guns and explosives,
munitions testing, a military academy and the production of medals
and other civilian goods.
Today, the new station is a key
part of a new masterplan on the Royal Arsenal site which includes
3,750 new homes and new cultural, heritage, commercial and leisure
quarters. The new Elizabeth line station will help to transform Woolwich,
supporting regeneration, reducing journey times and creating new transport
links for local people.
Woolwich station will open in
2019 when services will terminate at Paddington in the west and Abbey
Wood in the east.
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Crossrail Ltd.
The Crossrail project will help to transform Abbey Wood. The new railway
will halve journey times to many central London destinations and is
already attracting new businesses and investment to the local area.
The railway line and the Harrow Manor Way flyover currently
dominate the local environment, dividing Abbey Wood and making it difficult
for pedestrians to get around the area. The new Crossrail station and
the urban realm improvements will lead to significant improvements
and make it much easier for local people to get from one side of the
railway to the other.
The new station opened for Southeastern
passengers in October 2017. From 2019, Elizabeth line trains
will allow passengers to travel right through central London to Paddington.
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Crossrail Ltd.
Reading station requires relatively little work to prepare for the
new Elizabeth line service.
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Twyford station requires relatively little work to prepare for the
new Elizabeth line service.
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Significant improvements are being delivered at Maidenhead station as
part of the Crossrail programme.
The work, being carried out
by Network Rail, began in 2014. The station will remain open throughout
the works. Crossrail has also been working with the Royal Borough of
Windsor & Maidenhead on possible improvements to the area around the
station.
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A number of improvements have been delivered at Taplow station as part
of the Crossrail programme.
Transport for London will also install
a new footbridge and lifts at the station before the first Elizabeth
line services begin in 2019. Extensive track and signalling work along
the line will improve reliability and increase capacity.
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A number of improvements have already been delivered by Network Rail
in preparation for the new Elizabeth line service.
Network
Rail is currently installing a lift at the station as part of the Access
for All scheme. In addition to the station works, overhead electric
wires have been installed on the line enabling new, electric trains
to run through the station and extensive track and signalling work
will improve reliability and increase capacity.
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A number of improvements are being delivered at Slough station as part
of the Crossrail programme.
Crossrail has also been working
with Slough Borough Council on improvements to the area around the station.
Early proposals were published in 2014. In addition to the station works,
overhead electric wires have been installed on the line enabling new,
electric trains to run through the station and extensive track and
signalling work will improve reliability and increase capacity.
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A number of improvements are being delivered at Langley station in
preparation for Elizabeth line services.
Work has already been
carried out by Network Rail to provide new station information systems,
to relocate canopy lighting and to cut back the station canopies to
accommodate new overhead line equipment. Transport for London will
install lifts at the station before the first Elizabeth line services
begin in 2019.
In addition to the station works, overhead
electric wires have been installed on the line enabling new, electric
trains to run through the station and extensive track and signalling
work will improve reliability and increase capacity.
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Iver station will benefit from a number of improvements in preparation
for Elizabeth line services, including a new information system, security
systems and CCTV. Transport for London will install lifts and construct
a new entrance building at the station before the first Elizabeth line
services begin in 2019.
In addition to the station works overhead
electric wires have been installed on the line enabling new, electric
trains to run through the station and extensive track and signalling
work will improve reliability and increase capacity. Thorney Lane bridge
near the station has also been replaced.
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Major improvements are being delivered at West Drayton station as part
of the plans to introduce the Elizabeth line. A new glass and steel
extension will provide an additional entrance as well as a covered
walkway between the existing building and a new footbridge. Three new
lifts will provide step-free access to every platform.
Along the tracks, new overhead lines have been erected enabling electric
trains to run through the station. The station will remain open throughout
the improvement works.
In addition to the station improvements,
Crossrail has been working with Hillingdon Council on proposals for
improvements to the area around the station. Early proposals were published
in 2014.
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Crossrail Ltd.
Hayes & Harlington station will benefit from major improvements as
part of the plans to introduce the Elizabeth line. A new, bright, spacious
ticket hall will provide a more welcoming environment for passengers
and a range of other improvements will be made to the station.
The platform extensions have now been brought into use. Part of the
canopy has been removed from platform 2/3 and foundations are being
installed for the new footbridge.
The focus will next move to
the delivery of the new entrance, ticket hall and footbridge. The station
will remain open throughout the improvement works.
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Crossrail Ltd.
Southall station will benefit from major improvements as part of the
plans to introduce the Elizabeth line. A new, bright, spacious ticket
hall will provide a more welcoming environment for passengers and a
new forecourt will reduce congestion at the entrance to the station.
Work is progressing on the platforms at present. Work is also
going to be carried out on platforms 2 and 3 to make way for the
new footbridge. The focus will then move to the delivery of the new
entrance, ticket hall and footbridge.
The station will remain
open throughout the improvement works.
Crossrail has also been
working with Ealing Council and Network Rail to help develop plans for
improvements to the area around the station. Early proposals were published
in 2014.
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Crossrail Ltd.Hanwell station will benefit from a number of improvements in preparation for the new Elizabeth line services, including a new station information system, security systems and CCTV. Transport for London will install two lifts at the station to provide step-free access to both platforms before the full Elizabeth services begin in 2019. The entrances and subway will also be refurbished. Crossrail has also been working with Ealing Council on plans to improve the area around the station. Early proposals were published in 2014.
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Crossrail Ltd.
West Ealing station will benefit from major improvements as part of
plans to introduce the Elizabeth line. A new, bright, spacious ticket
hall will be constructed as part of the overhaul of the station. The
glass and steel structure will let in natural light and will be surrounded
by a large canopy.
The platform extensions have been completed.
The focus will now move to the delivery of the new entrance, ticket
hall and footbridge. The station will remain open throughout the
improvement works.
The council will also carry out work to
transform the area around the station. Draft proposals were published
in 2014.
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Crossrail Ltd.
The new station will have a long, curved canopy running the length of
the forecourt, the dated façade will be replaced with a new glass
structure and a new entrance twice the size of the existing one will
give the building a much larger, brighter feel.
The platform
extensions have now been brought into use. The focus will next move
to the delivery of the new entrance, ticket hall and lifts. The station
will remain open throughout the improvement works. Crossrail has also
been working with Ealing Council on proposals for improving the area
around the station, including improvements to the station forecourt.
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Crossrail Ltd.
Acton Main Line station will benefit from major improvements as part
of the plans to introduce the Elizabeth line. A new, bright, spacious
ticket hall will provide a more welcoming environment for passengers
and a range of other improvements are being made to the station.
Work is progressing on the platforms at present, including relocating
platform shelters to allow foundations to be put in for the new footbridge.
The focus will then move to the delivery of the new entrance, ticket
hall and footbridge.
Crossrail has also been working with Ealing
Council on proposals for improvements to the area around the station.
Early proposals were published in 2014.
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Crossrail Ltd.
The new Elizabeth line service will provide the stopping service between
Paddington and Heathrow. Heathrow Express will continue to provide a
non-stop service between Heathrow and Paddington.
A total of
six Elizabeth line trains per hour will serve Heathrow Terminals from
December 2019. Four will go to Terminals 2, 3 and 4 and two will go
to Terminals 2, 3 and 5. This will also increase services to Ealing
Broadway, Southall and Hayes & Harlington.
When the service
is fully operational in December 2019, Elizabeth line trains will
provide a direct link between the airport and central London destinations
including Bond Street, Liverpool Street and Canary Wharf.
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Stratford station requires relatively little work to facilitate the
new Elizabeth line service, but passengers will benefit from new signage,
help points and customer information screens.
In May 2015,
TfL took over the operation of the stopping services from Stratford
station. New trains are gradually being introduced between Shenfield
and Liverpool Street.
From December 2019, when the route fully
opens, passengers will be able to travel through central London.
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Maryland Station is undergoing a number of enhancements to facilitate
the new Elizabeth line services, including new lifts, new signage,
help points, customer information screens and CCTV.
In May 2015,
TfL took over the operation of the stopping services from Maryland station.
New trains are being gradually introduced between Shenfield and Liverpool
Street. From December 2019, when the route fully opens, passengers will
be able to travel through central London without having to change trains.
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The main works to Forest Gate Station, being carried out by Network
Rail, are due to be completed in 2018. These will involve canopy
refurbishment, LED lighting along the length of the platforms and
redecoration of the platform fencing.
In May 2015, TfL took
over the operation of the stopping services from Forest Gate station.
New trains are gradually being introduced between Shenfield and Liverpool
Street. From December 2019, when the route fully opens, passengers
will be able to travel through central London without having to change
trains.
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Crossrail Ltd.
Manor Park Station is undergoing a number of enhancements to facilitate
the new Elizabeth line services, including new lifts, new signage,
help points, customer information screens and CCTV.
Transport for London has successfully completed the refurbishment and
redecoration of the ticket office, installed new signage and
refurbished the toilets. The installation of three lifts and a footbridge
will provide step-free access to platforms 1-4. These works are due
to be completed in 2018.
In May 2015, TfL took over the
operation of the stopping services from Manor Park station. New trains
are being gradually introduced between Shenfield and Liverpool Street.
From December 2019, when the route fully opens, passengers will be able
to travel through central London without having to change trains.
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Ilford station will be completely rebuilt as part of the Crossrail
programme, including a new station entrance, better ticket hall and
new lifts.
The new station building has been designed to stand
out as a recognisable landmark on Cranbrook Road and to be a prominent
building that is visible from the surrounding area. Further improvements
will also be delivered to prepare the station for the start of Elizabeth
line services including improved lighting, signage, customer information
points, CCTV and overhead information screens. Transport for London
has already enhanced the access from York Road by creating a new ticket
hall from an existing Network Rail building.
From December 2019,
when the route fully opens, passengers will be able to travel through
central London without having to change trains.
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Crossrail Ltd.
A number of improvements are being delivered at Seven Kings station
in preparation for the new Elizabeth line service, including new signage,
help points, customer information screens and CCTV.
Transport
for London has successfully completed refurbishment work to the ticket
hall. Other improvement work continues in preparation for the Elizabeth
line with the focus now on completing the footbridge and lifts that
will provide step-free access from street to platform level. Construction
of the foundations for the new footbridge, lifts and walkway are nearing
completion. The main works to the station are due to be completed in
2018.
From December 2019, when the route fully opens,
passengers will be able to travel through central London without having
to change trains.
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Crossrail Ltd.
A number of improvements are being delivered at Goodmayes station in
preparation for the new Elizabeth line service, inlcuding platform
extensions, which are nearing completion. The remainder of the work
is scheduled to be completed in 2018. TfL has completed an external
refurbishment of the ticket office building.
From December 2019,
when the route fully opens, passengers will be able to travel through
central London without having to change trains.
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Crossrail Ltd.
A number of improvements are being delivered at Chadwell Heath station
in preparation for the new Elizabeth line service, including platform
extensions and improvements to the ticket hall. Most of this work has
now been completed.
As well as the station improvements, an
additional track has been installed to the east of the station to improve
reliability. TfL has completed a full refurbishment of the ticket office.
The toilet facilities have also been refurbished and are now fully
accessible. New accessible ticket windows have been installed and the
ticket gates have been relocated to increase staff visibility.
From December 2019, when the Elizabeth line route fully opens,
passengers will be able to travel through central London without
having to change trains.
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Romford station will benefit from significant upgrades including
improvements to the station façade, a better ticket hall and new lifts.
The Schedule 7 plans & specifications covering the refurbishment of
the ticket hall at Romford and the installation of lifts for step-free
access to the platforms have been approved by the local authority.
From December 2019, when the route fully opens, passengers
will be able to travel through central London without having to change
trains.
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Crossrail Ltd.
A number of improvements are being delivered at Gidea Park station in
preparation for the new Elizabeth line service, including platform
extensions and step-free access from the street to all platforms.
The work, being carried out by Network Rail, is well underway
and expected to be completed in 2018. Refurbishment works being carried
out by TfL are nearing completion with new canopies and LED lighting
having been installed along the length of the platforms. The exterior
of the station building has also undergone refurbishment. As well as
the station improvements, the sidings to the east of the station have
been upgraded and extended.
From December 2019, when the route
fully opens, passengers will be able to travel through central London
without having to change trains.
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Crossrail Ltd.
A number of improvements are being delivered at Harold Wood station
in preparation for the new Elizabeth line service, including platform
extensions and a new footbridge over the tracks with new staircases
and lifts.
The main works at the station are scheduled to be
completed during 2018. TfL has successfully completed the refurbishment
of the waiting room. New windows have been installed to the south elevation.
From December 2019, when the route fully opens, passengers
will be able to travel through central London without having to change
trains.
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Crossrail Ltd.
A number of improvements are being delivered at Brentwood station in
preparation for the new Elizabeth line services, including platform
extensions and trackwork to improve the reliability of the service.
Most of this work has now been completed.
TfL successfully
completed the refurbishment of the ticket office and waiting room in
early 2017. The canopy glazing at the main entrance has been replaced
and platform 4 gateline works have also been completed. The new CCTV
and Customer Information Screen are now operational.
From December
2019, when the route fully opens, passengers will be able to travel
through central London without having to change trains.
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Crossrail Ltd.
A number of improvements are being delivered at Shenfield station in
preparation for the new Elizabeth line services, including a new bay
platform for Elizabeth line trains and platform extensions.
In addition to the station improvements, new sidings have been constructed
to the east of the station and significant trackwork has been carried
out to improve reliability and increase capacity.
From December
2019, when the route fully opens, passengers will be able to travel
through central London without having to change trains. Fast services
into Liverpool Street will be unaffected by the introduction of the
new Crossrail service.
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