What stops are on the Overground?
Gospel Oak Rail Station. Connects to National Rail Connects to National Rail.
How many Overground stations are in London?
112 stations
Today the network covers 112 stations across six routes. In 2016/17 more than 189 million journeys were made on London Overground.
Is London Overground part of the Tube?
Despite appearing on the tube map, and containing former parts of the Underground, the London Overground is not classed as part of the tube network.
How many lines are on the Overground?
four railway lines
The London Overground name is the brand applied by Transport for London (TfL) to the services which it manages on four railway lines in the London area: the Euston-Watford DC Line, the North London Line, the West London Line and the Gospel Oak to Barking Line.
Is the Overground part of the Tube?
What is the difference between Overground and underground?
The overground are more traditional trains as opposed to the metro style for the Underground. Overground is more of a ring around central London – it’s useful for avoiding going via central London if you don’t want to. The Overground doesn’t go anywhere near Heathrow.
How much of the Overground is underground?
Despite its name, only 45% of the system is under the ground: much of the network in the outer environs of London is on the surface. In addition, the Underground does not cover most southern parts of Greater London, and there are only 33 stations south of the River Thames.
Is the Overground cheaper than the Tube?
London Overground rail fares cost the same as Underground prices on Oyster, as the service also uses the TfL zone price range, making managing your travel costs much easier. Peak times on the Overground are also the same, with prices rising between 06:30 and 09:30 am, with a reduced cost thereafter.
What’s the difference between Overground and underground?
Why is the Overground so complicated?
The way the shape of the map forces all the lines to run horizontally. Showing all the lines paralleling each other makes everything cramped. Showing all the lines paralleling each other makes the map difficult to follow.
What is the London Overground?
London Overground (also known simply as the Overground) is a suburban rail network serving London and its environs.
Can I use the London Overground network map for commercial use?
Step-free access from street to platform Step-free access from street to train London Overground Online maps are strictly for personal use only. To licence the London Overground network map for commercial use please visit tfl.gov.uk/maplicensing Title London Overground network map May 2018
Are there any new Overground stations being built in London?
In October 2017, Tfl began a public consultation on the construction of two new Overground stations, Hythe Road on the West London line and Old Oak Common Lane on the North London line. If built, these stations would provide interchange between London Overground and Old Oak Common station.
When did the East London Line become part of London Overground?
On 27 April 2010, the East London line became part of the London Overground network when the Phase 1 extension was completed.