Seven London bus routes face timetable changes from Saturday
Frequency restored on five routes, while one faces temporary changes due to roadworks and another reduces service.
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Passengers using seven London bus routes must be aware of timetable alterations scheduled to begin on Saturday, September 12, 2026. These changes affect routes 3, 24, 122, 142, 156, 261, and C10.
Frequency restorations and adjustments
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For routes 3, 24, 122, 261, and C10, the frequency of bus services will be restored. Specifically, routes 3 and 24 will run every 10 minutes during daytime hours from Monday to Saturday, and every 12 minutes in the evenings and all day on Sundays. The night service on route 24 will continue to operate every 30 minutes throughout the week. Routes 122 and 261 will see buses running every 12 minutes during the day on weekdays and Saturdays, and every 15 minutes in the evenings and all day on Sundays. Route C10 will increase its daytime frequency to every eight minutes from Monday to Saturdays, with evening and Sunday services running every 12 minutes.
Impact of roadworks and service reductions
Route 142 will be subject to a temporary timetable due to ongoing roadworks along West Hendon Broadway. This will result in buses running every 13 minutes during daytime hours from Monday to Saturday, while evening and Sunday services will remain unchanged. Separately, route 156 will experience a reduction in its service frequency, with buses operating every 12 minutes during daytime hours on weekdays and Saturdays. Sunday morning services before 8am on route 156 will be increased to run every 15 minutes.
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Planning your journey
Transport for London (TfL) has advised passengers to consult its journey planner tool for detailed information regarding these changes. The tool is available on the TfL website.
Questions this report answers
+When will these bus timetable changes take effect?
The timetable changes for seven London bus routes will come into effect on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Passengers are advised to check schedules before travelling.
+Which bus routes will have their frequency restored?
Bus frequencies will be restored on routes 3, 24, 122, 261, and C10. Specific details on the new frequencies for daytime, evening, and weekend services are available.
+Why will route 142 have a temporary timetable?
Route 142 will operate on a temporary timetable because of roadworks taking place on West Hendon Broadway. This will affect its daytime frequency from Monday to Saturday.
+Will any bus routes have their service reduced?
Yes, route 156 will see a reduction in its service frequency. Buses will run every 12 minutes during the daytime on weekdays and Saturdays, with a slightly different frequency on Sunday mornings.
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