Greenwich Park branch line
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The Greenwich Park branch line (also known as the Lewisham line[1][2]) is a short section of railway line in south east London which links the Catford loop line to the South Eastern Main Line which originally terminated at Greenwich Park station. It provides a link for freight trains travelling from north London to the south east, as well as a route for passenger trains from London Victoria station to destinations in South East London and Kent.
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Status | Operational | ||
Owner | Network Rail | ||
Locale | Greater London | ||
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Type | Commuter rail, Suburban rail | ||
System | National Rail | ||
Operator(s) | Southeastern | ||
Rolling stock | British Rail Class 465 British Rail Class 466 | ||
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Number of tracks | 2 | ||
Track gauge | 4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) standard gauge | ||
Electrification | 750 V DC third rail | ||
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