Whitechapel

Underground station · Zone 2

Rebuilt for the Elizabeth line across the late 2010s, Whitechapel now joins that route to the District and Hammersmith & City lines and the Overground's Windrush line. The Zone 2 entrance sits behind the street market on Whitechapel Road, facing Tower Hamlets Town Hall.

About Whitechapel Underground Station

Whitechapel Underground Station is located on Whitechapel Road in London. The station is in Zone 2 and is served by the District, Elizabeth line, Hammersmith & City and Windrush lines.

Use this page to check station facilities, accessibility, exits, first and last train times and nearby transport connections.

Exits and transport

Frequently asked questions

Which Tube lines stop at Whitechapel?

Whitechapel is served by the District, Elizabeth line, Hammersmith & City and Windrush lines.

What zone is Whitechapel station in?

Whitechapel station is in Zone 2.

Is Whitechapel station step-free?

No — there is no step-free route between the street and platforms at Whitechapel. See the accessibility section above for escalators and lifts.

Does Whitechapel station have toilets?

No — Whitechapel station does not list public toilets.

What time does Whitechapel station open and close?

Whitechapel station is open today from 05:21 until 00:35. First and last trains vary by direction — see the timetable section above.

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