About Beckton
Beckton is the eastern terminus of the DLR Beckton branch, serving the residential Beckton area in Newham. The station has a car park and is the end of the line for services from Bank and Tower Gateway. The area is named after the vast Victorian Beckton Gas Works that once covered this part of east London.
Station Overview
Beckton opened in 1994 as the terminus of the DLR's eastern extension. It sits in Zone 3 with free car parking -useful for commuters from the surrounding area. From Beckton the DLR runs back west through the Royal Docks to Canning Town and on to Canary Wharf and central London.
Travel Tips
- Free car parking available -useful for park-and-ride to central London
- All trains from Beckton go west -check destination (Bank or Tower Gateway)
- Step-free access throughout
Nearest Metro to Beckton District Park
If you are heading to Beckton District Park, Beckton is your closest metro stop on the DLR. It also gives easy access to Gallions Reach Retail Park (1 stop). Use the fare calculator to plan your journey cost before you travel.
Stations on This Line
Traveller Tips
- 1Free car parking available at the terminus
- 2All trains go west -check destination (Bank or Tower Gateway)
- 3Step-free access throughout