Crosstown Linkline

Crosstown Linkline was a railway service that operated from 14 May 1979 to 11 May 1985 between Camden Road and North Woolwich in London, England. The service was operated by British Rail with financial support from the Greater London Council. It reintroduced passenger trains to sections of line that had not been served for over thirty years. It benefited from several improvements during its brief existence as new stations were added and trains started running on Saturdays in 1983. Operated by diesel trains, it was replaced with the electric North London Link service between Richmond and North Woolwich from 13 May 1985.

Crosstown Linkline
Diesel Crosstown Linkline service at North Woolwich in May 1985, shortly before the service is replaced
Overview
LocaleGreater London
First service14 May 1979 (1979-05-14)
Last service11 May 1985 (1985-05-11)
SuccessorNorth London Link
Former operator(s)British Rail
Route
TerminiCamden Road
North Woolwich
Distance travelled11 miles (18 km)
Average journey time37 minutes
Service frequency2 trains hourly (3 at peak)
On-board services
Class(es)Standard class only
Technical
Rolling stockBritish Rail Class 105
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