42
East Dulwich ↔ Shoreditch Bus Times
06:15
9 minAppold Street 06:5706:35
29 minAppold Street 07:1706:53
47 minAppold Street 07:3907:13
67 minAppold Street 07:5907:27
81 minAppold Street 08:1307:42
96 minAppold Street 08:28SATURDAY · 69 services04:45 — 23:25
The 42 bus runs between East Dulwich and Shoreditch, operated by Go-Ahead. This route has 42 stops. Overcast and 17°C expected for the next bus at 06:15. Mild enough, though a light layer won't hurt.
Number 42 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Fares & Tickets
Day Pass
£3.50
Weekly
£30.00
Passes through:
East DulwichCamberwellDulwich VillageHerne HillBrixtonWalworthNewingtonThe BoroughBermondseyLondon BridgeTower GatewayAldgateCity of LondonLiverpool StreetSpitalfieldsShoreditch
Where does the 42 bus stop?
The 42 serves 42 stops passing through East Dulwich, Camberwell, Dulwich Village, Herne Hill, Brixton, Walworth, Newington, The Borough, Bermondsey, London Bridge, Tower Gateway, Aldgate, City of London, Liverpool Street, Spitalfields and Shoreditch. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 42 run on weekends?
Yes, the 42 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 42?
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 42 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 42. 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 42 bus stops across 16 areas.