Where does the 69 bus go in London?

The 69 bus in London is a 24-hour route running between Walthamstow Bus Station and Canning Town Station. It serves key areas in East London, passing through Leyton, Stratford, and Plaistow. The route connects Walthamstow Central to major transport hubs including Leyton Midland Road, Stratford, and Plaistow stations.

What is the 1 hour bus rule in London?

London's "1 hour rule" refers to the Hopper Fare, which allows unlimited bus and tram journeys for a single £1.75 fare within one hour of your first tap-in, using the same contactless or Oyster card. It means you can switch between buses and trams as much as you like, even linking with the Tube or DLR (though the main benefit is bus/tram hopping), without paying again, provided your subsequent taps are within 60 minutes of the initial touch. 

What is the most scenic bus route in London?

For the most iconic sights, Route 9 (Aldwych to Hammersmith) and Route 11/24 (Westminster to Camden/Pimlico) are top choices, hitting landmarks like Buckingham Palace, Parliament, Trafalgar Square, and Kensington Gardens; for river views, the RV1 links the Tower of London to Covent Garden via the South Bank, while the 88 offers a comprehensive tour from Camden to Clapham, passing Tate Britain.

What is the rarest bus in London?

The 347 bus runs between (South) Ockendon and Romford, and only has four services a day in each direction. Along the way it goes near (ish) the most easterly point in Greater London too. But in less than two weeks' time that all comes to an end, as the route is scrapped for low passenger numbers.

Is Superloop 4 free?

Yes, Superloop route SL4 (Grove Park to Canary Wharf via the Silvertown Tunnel) is currently free to ride for pay-as-you-go (Oyster/contactless) users until at least April 2026, as part of a promotion by Transport for London (TfL) to encourage usage of the new tunnel, though you must still touch in.

London BUS Ride 🇬🇧 Route 69 - WALTHAMSTOW CENTRAL to CANNING TOWN via Leyton, Stratford, Plaistow 🚌

What is the most unreliable bus route in London?

There isn't one single "most" unreliable route, as it changes, but recent data (mid-2025) points to Route 65 (Ealing Broadway to Kingston) as the top for complaints, while Routes 14, 265, and 93 (Putney area) also rank high for issues like slow speeds and skipped stops, with the 108 (Blackwall Tunnel area) frequently cited for congestion-related unreliability in earlier years. Specific routes like the W9 (Southgate) and 217 (Enfield) have also recently had high failure rates or long waits, showing inconsistency across London.

What bus passes Buckingham Palace?

Buses 11, 211, C1, and C10 stop near Buckingham Palace. Get off at the Wilton Street bus stop and walk to the entrance. It is just a 3-min walk. For further information, visit the ​Transport for London website.

What is London's current longest bus route?

London's longest bus route is the X26 from Heathrow to Croydon. It's 23.75 miles (38.22 km) long and it can take more than two hours to travel the full distance. The next longest is a night bus, the N89, from Erith to Charing Cross, at 23.3 miles (37.5km) long.

Why do Londoners get free travel at 60?

Freedom Pass is a concessionary travel scheme, which began in 1973, to provide free travel to residents of Greater London, England, for people with a disability or over the progressively increasing state pension age (60 for women in 2010, increased to 66 for everybody until about 2026, then increasing further).

Can you drive in a bus lane after 7pm in London?

Bus Lanes usually operate in one of three ways; at peak times only (7am-10am & 4pm-7pm), at peak and interpeak times (7am-7pm) and 24 hrs at any time. Whilst most London Boroughs and TfL tend to follow these standard operating times, local circumstances can sometimes result in variations.

What is the biggest bus station in London?

Victoria Coach Station in the City of Westminster is the largest coach station in London, and a terminus for medium and long distance coach services in the United Kingdom. It is operated by Victoria Coach Station Limited, a subsidiary of Transport for London.

Do seniors travel free in London?

If you're 60 or over and live in a London borough, you can get free travel on our transport services with an Oyster photocard.

Do I need to tap my card when getting off a bus in London?

Touching in and out

To pay the right fare, always touch in on a yellow card reader at the start of your journey and touch out at the end. On a bus or tram, you only need to touch in. If you touch out at the end of your bus or tram journey, you may end up paying more than you need to.

What is the dirtiest Tube line in London?

Based on Transport for London (TfL) data from late 2024, the Piccadilly line is considered the dirtiest due to its longer deep cleaning cycle, with full cleans occurring approximately every 43 days, compared to the cleanest, the Jubilee line, which gets cleaned every 18 days. However, other lines like the Northern and Victoria also face high dust/pollution, especially in deep tunnels, while the Central line is noted for high bacteria and heat.
 

What to avoid in London as a tourist?

13 Things Not To Do When Visiting London

• DON'T try to use cash on TFL buses. ...
• DON'T catch the Tube from Leicester Square to Covent Garden. ...
• DON'T be late! ...
• DON'T leave things to the last minute. ...
• DON'T go anywhere without an umbrella. ...
• DON'T stand near large puddles. ...
• DON'T swim in the Thames. ...
• DON'T leave your bags unattended.