About Plaistow
Plaistow is a Zone 3 station on the District and Hammersmith & City lines in Newham, east London. The station sits between Upton Park and West Ham on Barking Road - a busy commercial strip serving one of London's most diverse communities. The area is primarily residential, with a strong South Asian and West African presence and affordable local food on Barking Road and the surrounding streets.
Station Overview
Plaistow opened in 1902. Zone 3. District and Hammersmith & City lines. No step-free access - West Ham (one stop west) has step-free access and DLR/Jubilee interchange.
Nearby Attractions
Barking Road - The local high street with diverse food, shops and markets reflecting Newham's multicultural community.
West Ham - One stop west. Interchange with DLR and Jubilee line. Also near the former West Ham United area.
Travel Tips
- West Ham (one stop west) provides step-free access and connects to the Jubilee line and DLR for Stratford and Canary Wharf
- Upton Park (one stop east) is the gateway to Green Street's South Asian market and restaurants
Timings and Best Time to Travel
Standard Underground hours. Barking Road is busiest at weekends with market activity.
Nearest Metro to Barking Road
If you are heading to Barking Road, Plaistow is your closest metro stop on the District Line. It also gives easy access to West Ham area. Use the fare calculator to plan your journey cost before you travel.
Stations on This Line
Traveller Tips
- 1Upton Park (next stop east) was the former home of West Ham United
- 2No step-free access
Accessibility
Step-free access information is limited for this station. Contact the London Metro helpline for assistance planning your journey.