🚌 Bus from Southwark to Waterloo (London)
3 direct routes · about 6 min · first bus 05:22, last bus 16:57 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 381 | Transport UK | ~6 min | 150 | 05:22 | 16:57 | Blackfriars Road (Stop SL) |
| A8 | National Express | ~5 min | 44 | 01:33 | 01:13 | Southwark St /Blackfriars Road (Stop SN) |
| N381 | Transport UK | ~3 min | 27 | 01:04 | 05:03 | Blackfriars Road (Stop SL) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Southwark 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 Southwark to Waterloo?
3 routes run directly from Southwark to Waterloo: the 381 (Transport UK), the A8 (National Express), the N381 (Transport UK).
How long does the bus take from Southwark to Waterloo?
Around 6 minutes on the 381, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Southwark to Waterloo?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 381) leaves around 05:22 and the last around 16:57. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Southwark to Waterloo?
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.