Trains From Grangetown (Cardiff) to Stratford (London)

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Your handy guide to Stratford (London) station

Where is Stratford station?

Stratford station is located on Station Street, Stratford, London E15 1AZ.

Found in the east of London, in the borough of Newham, it’s one of the city’s largest transport hubs, with train, Tube, DLR and bus services.

It’s also right next to both the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the Westfield Stratford City shopping centre.

What zone is Stratford station in?

Stratford station sits on the boundary of London Transport Zones 2 and 3, making it a convenient location for both central and outer London travel.

What are the main destinations served by train from Stratford station?

The Elizabeth line provides direct eastbound services to Shenfield, and westbound to central London, Heathrow Airport and Reading. The Mildmay London Overground line goes from Stratford to Richmond or Clapham Junction, via north and west London.

Destinations across the East of England include:

• Colchester

• Chelmsford

• Ipswich

• Norwich

• Southend Victoria

The nearby Stratford International station has high-speed services to places like Dover and Margate via Ashford International.

Is Stratford station on the London Underground?

Yes, Stratford is on 2 London Underground lines.

• Central Line: to Ealing Broadway or West Ruislip in the West to Epping in the East

• Jubilee Line: starts at Stratford and goes to Stanmore in north west London

The station is also served by the Docklands Light Railway (DLR), connecting to Canary Wharf, Greenwich and London City Airport.

What shops are inside Stratford station?

Within the station itself you can find newsagents and convenience stores. But you can directly access Westfield Stratford City, which has more than 300 retail, food and entertainment options.

What places to eat are inside Stratford station?

There are a few coffee shops inside the station, but the adjacent Westfield Stratford City has over 100 dining options.

Places of interest near Stratford station

Within a 15-minute walk, you can find the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, a legacy of the 2012 Olympics, featuring gardens, walking trails, and sports venues, as well as ArcelorMittal Orbit, the UK’s tallest sculpture with a viewing platform and slide. Stratford East theatre, a historic venue showcasing contemporary and classic performances, is a short walk from the station.

Days Out Guide attractions close to Stratford station

• Get 2FOR1 entry to London Stadium (former Olympic Stadium) with National Rail’s Days Out Guide when you go by train