London Bus Routes Changing in September: Essential Updates for Commuters
London commuters, get ready for some changes to your daily bus routes this September. Transport for London (TfL) has announced updates to four bus routes across the city, aimed at improving efficiency, reliability, and service for passengers. These changes are part of Mayor’s Transport Strategy, which aims to encourage more journeys via foot, bike, or public transport by 2041.
Currently, London boasts a fleet of around 9,300 buses operating on 675 different routes. The latest timetable adjustments are designed to better match demand, provide value for money, and allow TfL to invest in transport infrastructure in outer London areas.
Route 39: Enhancing Service Frequency
One of the key changes taking place is the introduction of a temporary timetable on route 39. This adjustment will see an increase in service frequency, with buses running every 8-9 minutes during peak hours on weekdays, every 9 minutes during daytime hours on weekdays, and every 13 minutes on Sundays. The goal of this change is to improve reliability during the closure of Hammersmith Bridge and the consequent increase in traffic in the Putney area.
Route 174: Extended Late Evening Journeys
Another significant alteration is the new timetable for route 174, particularly affecting late evening journeys towards Harold Hill from Dagenham CEME. Passengers can expect a later journey departing from Dagenham CEME at 1:08 am, passing through Dagenham Heathway station at 1:18 am, and reaching Romford Station at 1:31 am. This adjustment aims to provide better connections with District line services from Central London and the last Elizabeth line train from Liverpool Street. Additionally, the gap between the last 174 and the first N86 buses from Romford Station to Harold Hill will be reduced from 50 to 30 minutes.
Route 222: 24-Hour Service Enhancements
Route 222, a 24-hour service, will also see changes to its timetable on all days of the week. Minor adjustments to timings will be made, with increased frequency during the early morning hours. Buses will run every 15 minutes between 4:30 am and 6:30 am on weekdays, between 4:30 am and 7:30 am on Saturdays, and between 4:30 am and 9:30 am on Sundays. These enhancements aim to improve accessibility and convenience for passengers traveling during off-peak hours.
Route 284 is the final route receiving a new timetable on all days of the week, with minor changes to timings.
In conclusion, these upcoming changes to London bus routes are geared towards providing a more efficient and reliable service for commuters across the city. Passengers are advised to check TfL’s website for detailed information on these modifications and plan their journeys accordingly.
