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Direct services & connecting journeys
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Before you start your journey
Departing from Wood Street
- Departure station
- Wood Street station guide
- Address
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- Wood Street, London E17 3NZ
Operators serving Wood Street
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Facilities at Wood Street
- Ticket Machines
- Shelters
Parking & meeting your train
- Street parking
Explore the area around Wood Street
- Walthamstow Wetlands
About your departure station
Opened in 1873 by the Great Eastern Railway, Wood Street station served Walthamstow's industrial expansion.
Originally handling freight and passengers, it declined post WWII with industry closures.
The station narrowly escaped closure in the 1960s due to local campaigning.
Major renovations came in 2005 when transferred to London Overground, improving accessibility.
Today it serves a diverse residential area while retaining original Victorian brickwork.
The station's survival reflects London's railway heritage amid urban change, bridging 19th century industry with 21st century commuting needs.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Wood Street to Ipswich?
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How do I check whether I need to change trains between Wood Street and Ipswich?
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