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South Quay

London Metro · Zone 2Opened 1987 Step-free access
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About South Quay

South Quay is a DLR Zone 2 station on the Isle of Dogs serving the residential and office developments along the South Dock. The station sits on the elevated DLR viaduct with views across the water and connects the Canary Wharf area to Crossharbour and the southern tip of the island.

Station Overview

South Quay opened in 1987 and is served by the DLR on the Lewisham branch. It sits in Zone 2 between Heron Quays and Crossharbour. The area around the station has been extensively developed with offices, apartments and riverside restaurants along the dock edge.

Lines and Connectivity

South Quay is served by the DLR Lewisham branch. Canary Wharf (Jubilee and Elizabeth lines) is two stops north. Lewisham is about 15 minutes south. The station is also walking distance from Canary Wharf's main interchange.

Travel Tips

  • The dock-side restaurants along South Quay are good for lunch or dinner
  • Canary Wharf (2 stops north) for all major transport connections
  • Step-free access throughout

Traveller Tips

  • 1Dock-side restaurants along South Quay within walking distance
  • 2Canary Wharf for Jubilee and Elizabeth line connections is 2 stops north
  • 3Step-free access throughout

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Step-free access
Audio announcements
Visual displays
-Accessible toilets
Tactile guides

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhich line serves South Quay?

Only the DLR serves South Quay (Lewisham branch).

QIs South Quay step-free?

Yes.

QWhat zone is South Quay in?

Zone 2.

Station Location

Nearby Attractions

  • South Quay waterfront restaurants
  • Canary Wharf (2 stops)
  • Millwall Outer Dock