06:18
13 minBarking Station 06:4606:38
33 minBarking Station 07:0906:58
53 minBarking Station 07:3007:18
73 minBarking Station 07:5207:34
89 minBarking Station 08:0807:49
104 minBarking Station 08:24SATURDAY · 107 services00:05 — 23:50
The 238 bus runs between Stratford and Barking, operated by Stagecoach. This route has 27 stops. Looking like 16°C and clear for the next bus at 06:18. Pleasant enough for the wait.
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:
StratfordWest HamUptonUpton ParkPlashetEast HamWallendBarking
Where does the 238 bus stop?
The 238 serves 27 stops passing through Stratford, West Ham, Upton, Upton Park, Plashet, East Ham, Wallend and Barking. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 238 run on weekends?
Yes, the 238 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 238?
Concessionary bus pass holders travel free. Job seekers receive half price single and return tickets.
Does the 238 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 238. 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 27 bus stops across 8 areas.