Bus from South Hampstead to Chelsea
1 direct route · about 33 min · it runs at night, 01:14–04:47.
Next buses to Chelsea as of 15:28
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in South Hampstead, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N31 | London Transit | ~33 min | 8 | Sat 8 · Sun 8 | 01:14 | 04:47 | Swiss Cottage Station (Stop L) | Beaufort Street / Kings Road (Stop QL) | Kilburn, Kensington & South Kensington |
Times are for the first boarding point in South Hampstead 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 N31 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from South Hampstead to Chelsea?
The N31 (London Transit) runs directly from South Hampstead to Chelsea. Board at Swiss Cottage Station (Stop L) and get off at Beaufort Street / Kings Road (Stop QL); the journey takes about 33 minutes.
How long does the bus take from South Hampstead to Chelsea?
Around 33 minutes on the N31, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Kilburn, Kensington, South Kensington on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from South Hampstead to Chelsea?
Only night services run directly: it runs at night, 01:14–04:47. Check the route timetables for which nights they run.
How much is the bus from South Hampstead 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.