What train line is Wood Lane on?
What train line is Wood Lane on? Wood Lane is a London Underground station in the White City area of west London, United Kingdom. It is on the Circle and Hammersmith & City lines, between Latimer Road and Shepherd's Bush Market stations, in Travelcard Zone 2.
Which tube stop is best for Westfield White City?
The nearest tube stations are Wood Lane (a 3 minute walk) and White City (an 8 minute walk). If you're coming from Shepherd's Bush station, walk through Westfield Shopping Centre and follow signs for John Lewis and The Square (a 12 minute walk).
Why is Wood Lane station closed?
Closure. Due to its awkward configuration and unsatisfactory operation, Wood Lane was closed in 1947 when a replacement station called White City was opened on the Central line a short distance to the north. The Wood Lane platforms were abandoned and the depot became known as White City depot.
Which tube station for Westfield Shepherds Bush?
The nearest tube station to Westfield London Shopping Centre in Shepherd'S Bush is Shepherd's Bush. It's a 3 min walk away.
Are White City and Wood Lane tube stations connected?
White City Station, in West London, is situated on a street called Wood Lane, less than a minute's walk from Wood Lane station itself - that is on a completely different line. To make things more confusing, White City Station was also originally called Wood Lane Station too - yes we know - it's a lot.
What is the oldest tube line?
The Metropolitan line is the oldest underground railway in the world. The Metropolitan Railway opened in January 1863 and was an immediate success, though its construction took nearly two years and caused huge disruption in the streets.