297
Tenterden ↔ St Johns Bus Times
SATURDAY · 7 services07:00 — 17:30
The 297 bus runs between Tenterden and St Johns, operated by Hams Travel. This route has 72 stops. Overcast and 17°C expected for the next bus at 07:00. Mild enough, though a light layer won't hurt.
Number 297 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Phone01580 879537 or 879343
Lost PropertyPassengers report lost items via the online Lost Property Form. Hams Travel responds within 48 hours. Valuable items like technology, jewellery or medicine must be collected from the Flimwell depot. The office handles enquiries Mon-Fri 09:00-17:00 and is closed weekends.
Fares & Tickets
Single
£0.45
Return
£0.80
Single
£0.85
Return
£1.60
Passes through:
TenterdenRolvendenBenendenGolfordCranbrookWilsley PoundFlishinghurstIden GreenGoudhurstHorsmondenBrenchleyMatfieldKippings CrossPemburyHenwood GreenTunbridge WellsSherwoodSt Johns
Where does the 297 bus stop?
The 297 serves 72 stops passing through Tenterden, Rolvenden, Benenden, Golford, Cranbrook, Wilsley Pound, Flishinghurst, Iden Green, Goudhurst, Horsmonden, Brenchley, Matfield, Kippings Cross, Pembury, Henwood Green, Tunbridge Wells, Sherwood and St Johns. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 297 run on weekends?
Yes, the 297 runs on Saturdays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 297?
Most Hams Travel services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with Hams Travel for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 297 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 297. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Hams Travel to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: HAMS
Valid from 14 Dec 2025 to 20 Mar 2027
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 72 bus stops across 18 areas.