786
Paddock Wood ↔ Nine Elms Bus Times
No service today · Showing Monday to Friday timetable
05:20
St George Wharf Pier 07:5205:47
St George Wharf Pier 08:3506:15
St George Wharf Pier 09:07MONDAY TO FRIDAY · 3 services05:20 — 06:15
The 786 bus runs between Paddock Wood and Nine Elms, operated by Centaur Coaches. This route has 57 stops. Overcast and 17°C expected for the next bus at 05:20. Mild enough, though a light layer won't hurt.
Number 786 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Accessibility: Centaur Coaches operates wheelchair accessible coaches with ramps, lifts, tracking, and strapping. Vehicles also feature grab handles, priority seating, and spacious interiors. Passengers should contact the team in advance for requirements.
Fares & Tickets
Single
£5.00
Return
£20.00
Passes through:
Paddock WoodHenwood GreenPemburyTunbridge WellsSherwoodHawkenburyRamslyeShowfieldsSt JohnsSouthboroughTonbridgeBessels GreenBexleyGreenwichPoplarCanary WharfAldgateTower HillCity of LondonTempleWestminsterSt Jamess ParkMillbankNine Elms
Where does the 786 bus stop?
The 786 serves 57 stops passing through Paddock Wood, Henwood Green, Pembury, Tunbridge Wells, Sherwood, Hawkenbury, Ramslye, Showfields, St Johns, Southborough, Tonbridge, Bessels Green, Bexley, Greenwich, Poplar, Canary Wharf, Aldgate, Tower Hill, City of London, Temple, Westminster, St Jamess Park, Millbank and Nine Elms. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 786 run on weekends?
Based on current timetables, the 786 runs on weekdays only. Contact Centaur Coaches directly for information about seasonal or special weekend services.
Can I use a bus pass on the 786?
Most Centaur Coaches services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with Centaur Coaches for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 786 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 786. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Centaur Coaches to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: CNTC
Valid from 05 Jan 2026 to 20 Mar 2027
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 57 bus stops across 24 areas.