District line, Rapid transit railway line in Greater London, United Kingdom
The District line is a rapid transit railway in Greater London that runs from Upminster in the east to Richmond and Ealing Broadway in the west, connecting 60 stations along its route. The network operates both above and below ground, passing through central and outer boroughs of the capital.
This route opened in December 1868 as part of the Metropolitan District Railway and initially linked stations in central London. Electric operation began in 1903, replacing earlier steam locomotives.
Green trains on this underground route pass through residential neighborhoods and business areas that locals use for daily commutes. The stations serve as meeting points in their communities, and many people rely on the service for shopping trips or weekend outings.
Trains run from early morning until midnight seven days a week, and major hubs offer transfers to other underground routes. Travelers should expect some sections to run above ground, allowing daylight into the carriages.
This underground route crosses the Thames on bridges, making it the only London underground line to travel over the river above ground. Passengers can catch brief views of the riverside scenery while riding over the water.
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