🚌 Bus from Waterloo (London) to Southwark
3 direct routes · about 7 min · first bus 00:01, last bus 15:20 (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 | ~7 min | 150 | 00:01 | 15:20 | County Hall (Stop F) |
| A8 | National Express | ~7 min | 59 | 01:15 | 23:28 | London Eye (Stop 17) |
| N381 | Transport UK | ~5 min | 27 | 00:55 | 04:56 | County Hall (Stop F) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Waterloo 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 Waterloo to Southwark?
3 routes run directly from Waterloo to Southwark: the 381 (Transport UK), the A8 (National Express), the N381 (Transport UK).
How long does the bus take from Waterloo to Southwark?
Around 7 minutes on the 381, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Waterloo to Southwark?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 381) leaves around 00:01 and the last around 15:20. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Waterloo to Southwark?
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.