Buses & Trams
Bus routes, tram services and their changes.
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TfL plans publicly-owned bus company
Transport for London (TfL) is exploring the creation of a publicly-owned bus company as part of its plan to reimagine the capital's bus network. The move aims to increase innovation, efficiency, and reinvest profits into public transport.
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Buses & Trams · LondonLondon Hopper Fare Marks Decade With 1.43 Billion Free Journeys
London's Hopper fare has reached its 10th anniversary, facilitating over 1.43 billion free bus and tram journeys. Introduced in September 2016, the fare allows unlimited travel within an hour for the cost of one journey.
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Buses & Trams · LondonHopper Fare Marks Milestone Amid Bus Service Adjustments
London's Hopper bus fare has enabled more than 1.4 billion free bus and tram changes since its introduction in September 2016. The fare, which allows unlimited travel within an hour, has been praised for simplifying journeys, though some bus routes face reduced frequencies.
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Seven London bus routes face timetable changes from Saturday
Seven London bus routes will have altered timetables starting Saturday, September 12, 2026. While five routes will see their service frequency restored, route 142 will operate on a temporary schedule due to roadworks, and route 156 will reduce its service frequency.
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London buses to get air conditioning by 2027
All Transport for London buses will be fitted with air conditioning by May 2027, following industrial action by drivers concerned about cabs reaching over 40C. UV protective film will also be installed.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonArriva North London bus strikes called off after air con deal
Industrial action by Arriva North London bus drivers has been cancelled following a new agreement that includes fitting air conditioning to buses by May 2027. The dispute centred on working conditions during hot weather.
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Buses & Trams · LondonArriva London bus drivers end strike threat after AC deal
Arriva London North bus drivers have called off planned industrial action following a new agreement that includes fitting air conditioning in some buses by May 2027. The deal also sets a 35-minute limit for working with broken heating or cooling systems.
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Buses & Trams · East LondonNew Superloop bus route SL12 launches in Havering
Transport for London has launched the new Superloop route SL12, connecting Gants Hill and Rainham. The service, which uses zero-emission electric buses, is free to use until September 11 and expands the Superloop network into Havering.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonVintage buses offer free rides on historic 106 route
The London Bus Museum is hosting a heritage day on October 3, offering free rides on vintage buses from the 1950s to 1970s. The special service will run along the historic 106 bus route between Finsbury Park and Ash Grove.
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Buses & Trams · LondonSt Paul's Bus Routes to Change from September 5
Ten London bus routes will see changes to their journeys around St Paul's from Saturday, September 5, 2026. The alterations are due to new road layouts in the City of London, affecting passenger stops and diversions for several key services.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonTfL proposes scrapping route 67 and rerouting 149 to Wood Green
Transport for London plans to withdraw route 67 and extend route 149 to Wood Green, removing direct bus links between Edmonton Green and London Bridge. The changes aim to reduce underused capacity on the A10 corridor but would require some passengers to change buses. Residents have until 12 November to respond.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonBus routes 259, 279 and 349 face major changes
Transport for London (TfL) is withdrawing bus route 349 entirely and restructuring routes 259 and 279 from 5 September 2026. The changes aim to reduce service duplication and better match services to passenger demand across north London.
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Buses & Trams · South LondonSuperloop bus journey offers new perspective on south London
A first-time Superloop bus journey revealed the changing scenery from Sutton to Croydon, offering a different view of south London. The route, described by TfL as a 'game changer', includes luggage space and saw revenue protection officers issuing fines.
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Buses & Trams · LondonUber Boat by Thames Clippers: A River Bus Commute
The Uber Boat by Thames Clippers River Bus provides a public transport route along the River Thames, connecting 24 piers from Putney to Barking Riverside. While classified as a River Bus by TfL, it is operated by Thames Clippers and does not contribute to fare caps.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonArriva bus drivers strike over cab temperatures
Over 1,500 Arriva North London bus drivers, members of Unite the Union, are striking from August 25 to 28. They are protesting dangerous cab temperatures during heatwaves, which Unite claims can exceed 40°C. Further strike dates are planned for September and October.
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Campaigners demand 'death trap' floating bus stops be scrapped
Campaigners are calling for the removal of floating bus stops in London, citing safety concerns for disabled and visually impaired individuals. A viral video has amplified calls for action, with activists arguing that current designs make public transport inaccessible.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonFree vintage bus rides return to Stoke Newington on 3 October 2026
Residents can ride vintage buses for free on 3 October 2026, as the London Bus Museum’s heritage day returns to the 106 route. Services will operate between Finsbury Park and Ash Grove Bus Station, stopping in Stoke Newington, Clapton, and Hackney Central from 10am to 5pm.
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London buses lack working air-conditioning as window rows divide riders
Passengers on London buses report rising tensions over whether windows should stay open or closed during heatwaves. Transport for London says most of its 6,000 air-cooling systems do not provide proper air-conditioning, leaving riders to choose between stale air and draughts.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonArriva bus strikes suspended as drivers vote on new offer
Planned strikes by Arriva bus drivers across North London, including Enfield, have been suspended while workers vote on a new deal. The Unite union paused action after negotiations with Arriva, but further strikes could resume on 25 August if the offer is rejected.
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Buses & Trams · All LondonArriva bus strike halts 43 routes across north and east London
More than 1,500 Arriva London North drivers began a 48-hour strike on 17 August, disrupting 43 bus routes. Transport for London warned of little or no service on affected routes, including the 19, 29, 34 and SL1, until the strike ended at 4am on 19 August.
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