🚌 Bus from Bishops Stortford to Takeley
5 direct routes · about 20 min · first bus 05:56, last bus 19:23 (weekdays).
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 509 | Arriva Herts and Essex | ~20 min | 42 | 05:56 | 19:23 | Riverside (Stop R) |
| 42A | First Essex | ~25 min | 6 | 10:30 | 20:35 | Interchange (Stop E) |
| 509A | Arriva Herts and Essex | ~36 min | 2 | 08:19 | 15:42 | High School (o/s) |
| A | Acme Transport Services | ~24 min | 1 | 15:22 | 15:22 | Birchwood High School (o/s) |
| 441 | Stephensons of Essex | ~10 min | 1 | 16:19 | 16:19 | Bradley Common (opp) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Bishops Stortford on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Bishops Stortford to Takeley?
5 routes run directly from Bishops Stortford to Takeley: the 509 (Arriva Herts and Essex), the 42A (First Essex), the 509A (Arriva Herts and Essex), the A (Acme Transport Services), the 441 (Stephensons of Essex).
How long does the bus take from Bishops Stortford to Takeley?
Around 20 minutes on the 509, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Bishops Stortford to Takeley?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 509) leaves around 05:56 and the last around 19:23. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Bishops Stortford to Takeley?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.