Last April (a year ago today – April 7 – in fact), the Silvertown tunnel opened in east London. The controversial road tunnel between Silvertown and the Greenwich Peninsula cost £2.2 billion and was London’s first sub-Thames crossing in 30 years.
As part of the opening of the new tunnel, several perks were launched for those looking to cross the Thames in east London. It was announced that two sections of the DLR and three bus routes would be free to ride for at least 12 months – and now, in good news for the Londoners that made the most of those freebies, the free travel period is being extended.
You’ll now be able to ride the DLR and buses across the Thames for free until Tuesday May 26.
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Which buses can you ride for free in east London?
The buses that are free to use as a result of the opening of the Silvertown tunnel are:
- 108
- 129
- SL4
Which DLR routes are free?
On the Docklands Light Railway – which has new trains coming into service this summer – you’ll be able to ride the following two sections for free.
- Between Greenwich or Cutty Sark (recently reopened) and Island Gardens
- Between Woolwich Arsenal and George V
To get the free ride, you’ll still need to tap in (and out, on the DLR) with an Oyster or contactless payment card. TfL will then refund your journey.
The ‘bike bus’ that carries cyclists through the Silvertown Tunnel will also remain free for the foreseeable.
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