TFL could scrap 415 bus route between Tulse Hill and Old Kent Road

Transport for London has launched a consultation to the wider public on plans to withdraw the 415 service completely and extend the 333 bus route in its place.

The 415 currently runs between Old Kent Road Tesco and Tulse Hill station, serving Elephant and Castle, Kennington, Oval and Brixton along the way.

Under the proposals, the 333 would be extended from its existing terminus at Elephant and Castle to Old Kent Road Tesco.

It would follow the northern section of the 415’s current route and would create new direct links between Old Kent Road, Elephant and Castle, Stockwell, Streatham and Tooting Broadway.

However, passengers travelling between Old Kent Road and Brixton or Tulse Hill would lose their direct service.

Some journeys between Kennington, Oval and Tulse Hill would also require passengers to change buses at Elephant and Castle or Brixton.

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Transport for London said passenger demand on the 415 had fallen significantly since the Covid pandemic.

It said other services, particularly the 2 and 432, had enough spare capacity to accommodate people affected by the proposed withdrawal.

The transport body also said extending the 333 would simplify the bus network while maintaining key connections.