51
Woolwich ↔ Orpington Bus Times
05:15
5 minOrpington Station 06:1305:30
20 minOrpington Station 06:2905:45
35 minOrpington Station 06:3906:00
50 minOrpington Station 06:5806:15
65 minOrpington Station 07:1406:30
80 minOrpington Station 07:31SATURDAY · 94 services00:00 — 23:45
The 51 bus runs between Woolwich and Orpington, operated by Go-Ahead. This route has 58 stops. Overcast and 16°C expected for the next bus at 05:15. Mild enough, though a light layer won't hurt.
Fares & Tickets
Day Pass
£3.50
Weekly
£30.00
Passes through:
WoolwichThamesmead WestPlumstead CommonWellingFalconwoodBlackfenLonglandsSidcupFoots CraySt Pauls CraySt Mary CrayDerry DownsOrpington
Where does the 51 bus stop?
The 51 serves 58 stops passing through Woolwich, Thamesmead West, Plumstead Common, Welling, Falconwood, Blackfen, Longlands, Sidcup, Foots Cray, St Pauls Cray, St Mary Cray, Derry Downs and Orpington. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 51 run on weekends?
Yes, the 51 runs on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 51?
Most Go-Ahead services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with Go-Ahead for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 51 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 51. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Go-Ahead to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: ETBU, GAHL, LCAG, CROP, GAWY, LGEN, LONC, BTRI, DBLU, EYMS, GONW, OXBC, THTR, CSLB, NATI, BLUS, WDBC, SWWD, TDTR, SVCT, TOUR, DAMY, UNIL, METR, PROC, BHBC, DDIS, GNEL, PLYC, GOSW, UNBU, TFCN, SDMS, OEXP, MBGA, CSSO, GAGL, PULH
Valid from 21 Mar 2026 to 23 Dec 2026
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 58 bus stops across 13 areas.