🚌 Bus from Eltham to Shortlands
1 direct route · about 48 min · first bus 00:15, last bus 23:55 (weekdays).
💷 London buses have a flat £1.75 fare with contactless or Oyster — the Hopper fare covers unlimited bus and tram changes within an hour, with daily caps. Cash isn't accepted. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 162 | Metrobus | ~48 min | 124 | 00:15 | 23:55 | Eltham Bus Station (Stop A) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Eltham 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 Eltham to Shortlands?
The 162 (Metrobus) runs directly from Eltham to Shortlands.
How long does the bus take from Eltham to Shortlands?
Around 48 minutes on the 162, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Eltham to Shortlands?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 162) leaves around 00:15 and the last around 23:55. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Eltham to Shortlands?
London buses have a flat £1.75 fare with contactless or Oyster — the Hopper fare covers unlimited bus and tram changes within an hour, with daily caps. Cash isn't accepted.