Bus from Shepherds Bush to Chelsea
1 direct route · about 34 min · first bus 04:57, last bus 00:47 (weekdays).
Next buses to Chelsea as of 09:36
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Shepherds Bush, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | London United | ~34 min | 111 | Sat 100 · Sun 97 | 04:57 | 00:47 | Shepherd's Bush (Central Line) (Stop D) | Carlyle Square /Chelsea (Stop KD) | South Kensington, Kensington & South Kensington |
Times are for the first boarding point in Shepherds Bush 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 49 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Shepherds Bush to Chelsea?
The 49 (London United) runs directly from Shepherds Bush to Chelsea. Board at Shepherd's Bush (Central Line) (Stop D) and get off at Carlyle Square /Chelsea (Stop KD); the journey takes about 34 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Shepherds Bush to Chelsea?
Around 34 minutes on the 49, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at South Kensington, Kensington, South Kensington on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Shepherds Bush to Chelsea?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 04:57 and the last around 00:47. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Shepherds Bush to Chelsea?
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.