Bus from River to Tower Hamlets
1 direct route · about 21 min · first and last bus 07:59 (weekdays).
Next buses to Tower Hamlets as of 02:02
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in River, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 981 | Stagecoach South East | ~21 min | 1 | weekdays only | 07:59 | 07:59 | Cowper Road (opp) | Dover Boys' Grammar School (opp) | — |
Times are for the first boarding point in River on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 981 bus timetable.
Fares from River to Tower Hamlets
- £3.00 adult single on the 981 (Stagecoach South East)
Between the stops in the table above. The operators' own published fares, from the Bus Open Data Service; check with the operator before you travel.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from River to Tower Hamlets?
The 981 (Stagecoach South East) runs directly from River to Tower Hamlets. Board at Cowper Road (opp) and get off at Dover Boys' Grammar School (opp); the journey takes about 21 minutes.
How long does the bus take from River to Tower Hamlets?
Around 21 minutes on the 981, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from River to Tower Hamlets?
On weekdays the first and last direct bus leaves around 07:59. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from River to Tower Hamlets?
An adult single from River to Tower Hamlets is £3.00 on the 981 (Stagecoach South East), from Cowper Road (opp) to Dover Boys' Grammar School (opp). Prices are the operators' own published fares on the Bus Open Data Service — check with the operator before you travel. Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.