Manor Park Station, London
Manor Park Station is a key railway stop located in the London Borough of Newham, in East London. It serves as an important commuter hub on the Elizabeth Line, linking suburban districts with central London and beyond. Though not officially part of the London Underground, it is included in many guides to London Underground Stations due to its close integration with the wider transport network.
History and Naming
Manor Park Station was opened in 1873 by the Great Eastern Railway. It originally served the growing suburban area that developed in the wake of London’s eastward expansion. The name “Manor Park” derives from the historic manor house lands once occupying the area. The station has retained this name since its inception, reflecting the residential character of the neighbourhood surrounding it.
Location and Station Layout
The main entrance to Manor Park Station is situated on Whitta Road, just off the busy Romford Road (A118). The entrance is a modest ground-level building that also houses a ticket office, waiting area, and self-service machines. Additional station facilities include cycle racks, local area maps, and step-free access via lifts to all platforms.
The station sits approximately 8.5 miles (13.7 km) from Charing Cross by road, making it a popular commuting point for residents of East London.
Rail Services and Connections
Manor Park Station is served by:
- Elizabeth Line (TfL Rail)
- National Rail (operated by MTR Elizabeth line on behalf of TfL)
There are no London Underground services directly stopping at Manor Park, although the nearby Central Line at Wanstead and East Ham stations offers alternatives for local commuters.
Elizabeth Line Services
Manor Park lies on the Elizabeth Line’s eastern section. Trains run westbound toward Paddington and Reading, and eastbound toward Abbey Wood and Shenfield. The immediate adjacent stations on the Elizabeth Line are:
- Preceding Station: Forest Gate
- Subsequent Station: Ilford
Fares and Travel Times
To Reading Station
- Single Adult Fare (Pay-as-you-go): £16.30
- Oyster/Contactless: £16.30 (Oyster not valid beyond West Drayton)
- Estimated Travel Time: ~1 hour 20 minutes
To Abbey Wood Station
- Single Adult Fare (Pay-as-you-go): £2.90 (off-peak), £3.50 (peak)
- Oyster/Contactless: Same as above
- Estimated Travel Time: ~35 minutes
To Charing Cross Station
There is no direct route to Charing Cross from Manor Park Station, but passengers can reach it via an interchange:
- Take the Elizabeth Line westbound to Tottenham Court Road.
- Change to the Northern Line southbound to Charing Cross.
- Single Adult Fare (Pay-as-you-go): £3.50 (off-peak), £5.10 (peak)
- Oyster/Contactless: Same as above
- Estimated Travel Time: ~40 minutes
Fun Fact
Manor Park Station is just steps away from the southern boundary of the famous City of London Cemetery and Crematorium, one of the largest municipal cemeteries in Europe. This peaceful green space draws both genealogists and tourists, and adds an unexpected point of interest near the station.
Quick Facts
- Opened: 1873
- Operator: MTR on behalf of Transport for London
- Line Served: Elizabeth Line
- Located in: London Borough of Newham
- Main Entrance: Whitta Road (off Romford Road)
- Distance from Charing Cross: ~8.5 miles by road
- Preceding Elizabeth Line Station: Forest Gate
- Following Elizabeth Line Station: Ilford
- Fare to Reading: £16.30 (Oyster/contactless not valid beyond West Drayton)
- Fare to Abbey Wood: £2.90 off-peak / £3.50 peak
- Fare to Charing Cross: £3.50 off-peak / £5.10 peak
- Estimated Travel Time to Reading: ~1 hr 20 min
- Estimated Travel Time to Abbey Wood: ~35 min
- Estimated Travel Time to Charing Cross: ~40 min (with interchange)
- Nearby Attraction: City of London Cemetery and Crematorium
Manor Park Station is 
on the Map of London Underground
Painting of Manor Park Station, London (View image in full size)
