296
Romford ↔ Ilford Bus Times
06:10
1 minRoden Street 06:4806:40
31 minRoden Street 07:1807:10
61 minRoden Street 07:4907:40
91 minRoden Street 08:1908:00
111 minRoden Street 08:3908:20
131 minRoden Street 09:00SATURDAY · 54 services00:00 — 23:40
The 296 bus runs between Romford and Ilford, operated by Stagecoach. This route has 30 stops. Overcast and 16°C expected for the next bus at 06:10. Mild enough, though a light layer won't hurt.
Number 296 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Accessibility: Stagecoach provides Journey Assistance Cards for passengers with limited vision or hearing, communication difficulties, special educational needs, non-native English speakers, or those needing extra time to find a seat. Cards work any time, seven days a week, on all bus services.
Fares & Tickets
Contactless
Ticket Types
Day RiderStudent TicketsFlexible Tickets
£3 capped fare scheme
Passes through:
RomfordChadwell HeathMarks GateLittle HeathAldborough HatchNewbury ParkGants HillCranbrookIlford
Where does the 296 bus stop?
The 296 serves 30 stops passing through Romford, Chadwell Heath, Marks Gate, Little Heath, Aldborough Hatch, Newbury Park, Gants Hill, Cranbrook and Ilford. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 296 run on weekends?
Yes, the 296 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 296?
Concessionary bus pass holders travel free. Job seekers receive half price single and return tickets.
Does the 296 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 296. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Stagecoach to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · www.stagecoachbus.com for operator information · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: SCEM, SCSO, SCCU, SCOX, SCMY, SDVN, SCCM, SCFI, SCHI, SCNH, SCEK, SSWL, SCGL, STWS, SCNE, SYRK, SBLB, ELBG
Valid from 21 Mar 2026 to 23 Dec 2026
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 30 bus stops across 9 areas.