Circle Line Info
- Network London Underground
- Operation Started 1863
- Total Length 27.0 km
- Total Stations 36
Terminals
From
Hammersmith
To
Paddington
Circle Line Overview
The first phase of the Circle Line, between Paddington and Farringdon, opened in 1863 as part of the Metropolitan Railway, while the full Inner Circle route was completed in 1884. For many years, the line ran as a complete circular route around Central London. Today, the line runs on a spiral-shaped route from Hammersmith to Edgware Road, then loops around Central London and returns to Edgware Road. The line is 27 kilometres long, with 36 stations. It also provides interchange with several Underground, Elizabeth line, and National Rail services.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Circle Line
Circle Line has 36 stations on the London Underground network.
Circle Line runs between Hammersmith and Paddington.
Circle Line is approximately 27.0 km long.
Circle Line opened in 1863.
Circle Line is a Metro line operated under London Underground.
Circle Line is part of the London Underground transit network.