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Guide to using the DLR

Service 1Docklands Light Railway (DLR) operates on all routes every day of the year (except Christmas Day) as follows:

Monday–Saturday 05.30–00.30 Sunday 07.00–23.30 

Monday to Friday, trains run as often as every 31/2 minutes during peak times, 5–10 minutes during off-peak times and at weekends.

DLR is an integrated part of London’s transport system, connecting with the Tube, mainline rail and buses throughout the DLR network.

A Passenger Service Agent is on board every train to provide assistance. There are also  members of staff at Woolwich Arsenal, London City Airport, Canning Town, Canary Wharf, Tower Gateway, Island Gardens, Cutty Sark for Maritime Greenwich and Bank stations.

For more information on:

  • ticket options,
  • safety & security,
  • accessibility,
  • community ambassadors,
  • things to do,
  • DLR’s investment programme,
  • journey times & timetable,

please download the guide below.

Download the Guide to using the DLR 

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