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Before you start your journey
Departing from Woolwich Arsenal
- Departure station
- Woolwich Arsenal station guide
- Address
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- Beresford Street, London SE18 6HQ
Operators serving Woolwich Arsenal
- Southeastern
- Dlr
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Facilities at Woolwich Arsenal
- Step-Free Access
- Shops
Parking & meeting your train
- Multi-storey car park
Explore the area around Woolwich Arsenal
- Royal Arsenal Museum
About your departure station
Established in 1849 to serve the Royal Arsenal complex, this station became public in 1878.
Its strategic importance grew during both World Wars, transporting munitions workers.
The 2009 DLR extension and 2022 Elizabeth Line incorporation transformed it into a major interchange.
Original Victorian structures blend with modern additions, symbolizing Woolwich's regeneration.
The station played a key role in southeast London's development, from military industrial hub to thriving residential and commercial district.
Its ongoing upgrades reflect Thames Gateway regeneration priorities while preserving historical connections to Britain's armaments heritage.
Questions about this journey
Where can I see fares and train times from Woolwich Arsenal to Peterborough?
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How do I check whether I need to change trains between Woolwich Arsenal and Peterborough?
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