🚌 Bus from South Kensington to Shepherds Bush
2 direct routes · about 27 min · first bus 00:20, last bus 16:17 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 49 | London United | ~27 min | 150 | 00:20 | 16:17 | South Kensington Stn / Old Brompton Rd (Stop B) |
| C1 | London United | ~29 min | 150 | 00:19 | 16:55 | South Kensington Station (Stop S) |
Times are for the first boarding point in South Kensington 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 South Kensington to Shepherds Bush?
2 routes run directly from South Kensington to Shepherds Bush: the 49 (London United), the C1 (London United).
How long does the bus take from South Kensington to Shepherds Bush?
Around 27 minutes on the 49, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from South Kensington to Shepherds Bush?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 49) leaves around 00:20 and the last around 16:17. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from South Kensington to Shepherds Bush?
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.