Metropolitan Line

The Metropolitan Line is part of the London Underground. It was the first Underground line, and thus the first subway in the world, opening on January 10, 1863 (however, parts of that initial section are no longer served by the Metropolitan Line, but by the Hammersmith & City, District and Circle lines). The main line runs from Aldgate in the City of London to Amersham, with branch lines to Uxbridge, Watford and Chesham. For the initial section of the Line the rails are in tunnel for much of the way; beyond Baker Street, at Finchley Road the Line runs in the open.

Related Topics:
London Underground - Subway - January 10 - 1863 - Hammersmith & City - District - Circle - Aldgate - City of London - Amersham - Uxbridge - Watford - Chesham - Baker Street

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The four-track layout for part of the distance - between Baker Street and Moor Park - allows for the running of express; or "fast" services to the outer suburbs. Baker Street is the terminus for many trains, but others complete their journeys into the City to either Moorgate (where there are terminal platforms) or Aldgate.

Related Topics:
Moor Park - Moorgate

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