Work to build a new platform at Wimbledon station is set to increase tram frequency to Croydon by 50 per cent.
The construction of the new platform will allow 12 trams to run every hour between Wimbledon and Croydon, up from eight.
Wimbledon tram stop will close from July 13 to October to allow work to take place.
During this time trams will begin and terminate at Dundonald Road stop.
Transport for London estimate the stop is 10 minutes walk from Wimbledon station and plan to sign post the route, while tram tickets will be valid on bus routes that connect Wimbledon with the tram network.
Sharon Thompson, director of London trams, said: "The tram enhancement work at Wimbledon is a vital development that will increase the capacity of London’s tram network, which is much needed on this busy service.
"When complete in 2016, our customers will benefit from a more frequent service with the introduction of four new trams across the Wimbledon to West Croydon branch."
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