London

Explore London the slow way, 9 bus routes and 1 rail route, plus attractions worth the detour.

10 journeys·52 attractions·5 operators

🚌 Bus journeys

9 bus routes through London

Hop on, hop off and watch the scenery roll past.

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8, Slough to Heathrow Terminal 5

Trade Slough's working-town streets and Queensmere bustle for tree-lined roads heading south-east, as…

78 minutesEvery 30 minutes
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51, Orpington to Woolwich Arsenal

A patient ride through south-east London, threading Orpington's commuter streets, the railway-edged yards of…

60 minutesEvery 8-13 minutes
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208, Orpington to Bromley and Lewisham

A leafy suburban wander from the ponds at Priory Gardens through Orpington High Street, up Crofton Road and…

90 minutesEvery 12 minutes
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146, Bromley North Station to Downe

In just 22 minutes, swap suburban Bromley for deepest rural Kent, slipping past the Glades, Bromley FC and…

22 minutesHourly
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358, Orpington to Bromley and Crystal Palace

From Orpington Bus Station the 358 ambles past the Walnuts Shopping Centre and out to Farnborough's fields…

1 hour 31 minutesEvery 12-13 minutes
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61, Bromley North to Chislehurst

Skirt the Glades, climb Mason's Hill past Bromley Common and slip through tunnels of trees toward…

54 mEvery 15 minutes
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London City Sightseeing

Trace two thousand years of capital history in a single circuit, from the Roman footprint of Londinium along…

N/AEvery 30 minutes
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The London Line 702

The bus service from Buckingham Palace Road in Victoria to Legoland via Windsor is a royal trip fit for a…

2 hoursHourly
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NX007 Dover – Canterbury – Hempstead Valley – London Victoria

National Express 007 links Dover and the Kent coast with central London, sweeping through Folkestone…

🚂 Rail journeys

One rail route in London

Heritage steam, mainline scenic lines and everything in between.

📍 Editor’s picks · don’t miss

What every visitor to London should put on their list

Attraction

Canterbury Cathedral

Canterbury Cathedral stands as a magnificent example of Gothic architecture, showcasing intricate details and…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

Tower of London

The Tower of London, founded in the 11th century, is a historic fortress on the River Thames, representing…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

The London Eye

The London Eye, also known as the Millennium Wheel, stands at 135 meters tall on the South Bank of the River…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyMajor Landmarks
Attraction

Novello Theatre

Novello Theatre, an Edwardian gem in London's West End since 1905, stands as a historic venue, hosting…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

London Bridge

London Bridge, spanning the River Thames, has a rich history dating back centuries. The modern marvel…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

Big Ben

Big Ben, the iconic Elizabeth Tower in London completed in 1859, is renowned for its Victorian architecture…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

The Houses of Parliament

The Houses of Parliament, located along the River Thames, constitute the Palace of Westminster, an…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace, completed in 1837, is the official residence of the British monarch, showcasing…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square, established in the 19th century, is a vibrant public space in central London surrounded by…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

The National Gallery

The National Gallery, established in 1824, is a prestigious institution in Trafalgar Square, housing an…

Art GalleriesCity & CultureFamily Friendly
Attraction

Westminster Bridge

Westminster Bridge, completed in 1862, is an iconic River Thames crossing in London, showcasing architectural…

City & CultureFamily FriendlyHistory & Heritage
Attraction

South Bank of the River Thames

The South Bank of the River Thames in London is a dynamic cultural district, featuring theaters, galleries…

Art GalleriesCity & CultureFamily Friendly

ℹ Know before you go

London at a glance

10
Scenic journeys
Bus + rail + ferry combined
9
Bus routes
1
Rail routes
52
Attractions
Curated by the Great Scenic Journeys team
5
Operators
Bus + rail companies serving the region

🚍 Operators here

5 transport operators serve London

The bus and rail companies you’ll meet on these routes.

Transport For London5 routes here
Chiltern Railways1 route here
First Bus1 route here
Reading Buses1 route here
National Express1 route here

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