Bus 473 in London links North Woolwich Free Ferry and Stratford Bus Station. The route is 0.0 km long with 27 stops, and the official schedule from Transport for London puts the full trip at about 35 minutes. On a weekday it runs 104 trips in one direction, and 75 on a weekend day.
Route at a glance
| Mode | Bus |
|---|---|
| Route number | 473 |
| City | London |
| Operator | Transport for London (TfL) |
| Start → end | North Woolwich Free Ferry → Stratford Bus Station |
| End → start | Stratford Bus Station → North Woolwich Free Ferry |
| Route length | 0.0 km / 0.0 km in the opposite direction |
| Number of stops | 27 / 31 in the opposite direction |
| Travel time | about 35 minutes |
| Trips per day | 104 on weekdays, 75 on weekends one way |
| Frequency | peak 9–12 · midday 10–11 · weekend 14–16 |
| First / last trip from «North Woolwich Free Ferry» | 00:00 / 23:45 |
| First / last trip from «Stratford Bus Station» | 00:03 / 23:48 |
| Fare | 1.75 £ (fare in effect since 5 July 2026) |
| Updated | August 22, 2026 |
Route of Bus 473
Outbound: North Woolwich Free Ferry → Stratford Bus Station
This direction has 27 stops. The route passes Roebourne Way, London City Airport, Bennett Road, Kennedy Close. The full list of stops in order is below.
| No. | Stop | From start | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Woolwich Free Ferry | 0.0 km | Terminus |
| 2 | Roebourne Way | 0.0 km | |
| 3 | Fernhill Street | 0.0 km | |
| 4 | Kennard Street | 0.0 km | |
| 5 | Tate Road | 0.0 km | |
| 6 | Saville Road | 0.0 km | |
| 7 | Constance Street | 0.0 km | |
| 8 | London City Airport | 0.0 km | |
| 9 | Connaught Bridge | 0.0 km | |
| 10 | Prince Regent Bus Station | 0.0 km | |
| 11 | Victoria Dock Road | 0.0 km | |
| 12 | Tree Road | 0.0 km | |
| 13 | Newham Way Custom House | 0.0 km | |
| 14 | Bennett Road | 0.0 km | |
| 15 | Newham University Hospital / New Vic College | 0.0 km | |
| 16 | Wigston Road | 0.0 km | |
| 17 | Barking Road | 0.0 km | |
| 18 | Gad Close | 0.0 km | |
| 19 | Balaam Street Plaistow | 0.0 km | |
| 20 | Kennedy Close | 0.0 km | |
| 21 | Plaistow | 0.0 km | |
| 22 | Morley Road Plaistow | 0.0 km | |
| 23 | Plaistow Grove (E15) | 0.0 km | |
| 24 | Church Street (E15) | 0.0 km | |
| 25 | Paul Street | 0.0 km | |
| 26 | Stratford Broadway | 0.0 km | |
| 27 | Stratford Bus Station | 0.0 km | Terminus |
Inbound: Stratford Bus Station → North Woolwich Free Ferry
This direction has 31 stops. The route passes Stratford Broadway, Kennedy Close, Newham Leisure Centre, London City Airport. The full list of stops in order is below.
| No. | Stop | From start | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stratford Bus Station | 0.0 km | Terminus |
| 2 | Stratford Broadway | 0.0 km | |
| 3 | Barnby Street | 0.0 km | |
| 4 | Church Street (E15) | 0.0 km | |
| 5 | Plaistow Grove (E15) | 0.0 km | |
| 6 | Morley Road Plaistow | 0.0 km | |
| 7 | Plaistow | 0.0 km | |
| 8 | Victoria Road (E13) | 0.0 km | |
| 9 | Kennedy Close | 0.0 km | |
| 10 | Balaam Street Plaistow | 0.0 km | |
| 11 | Perth Road (E13) | 0.0 km | |
| 12 | Barking Road | 0.0 km | |
| 13 | Beaumont Road (E13) | 0.0 km | |
| 14 | Newham University Hospital / New Vic College | 0.0 km | |
| 15 | Bennett Road | 0.0 km | |
| 16 | Newham Leisure Centre | 0.0 km | |
| 17 | Newham Way Custom House | 0.0 km | |
| 18 | Mortlake Rd Prince Regent Lane | 0.0 km | |
| 19 | Tree Road | 0.0 km | |
| 20 | Victoria Dock Road | 0.0 km | |
| 21 | Prince Regent Bus Station | 0.0 km | |
| 22 | Connaught Bridge | 0.0 km | |
| 23 | London City Airport | 0.0 km | |
| 24 | Constance Street | 0.0 km | |
| 25 | Saville Road | 0.0 km | |
| 26 | Lord Street | 0.0 km | |
| 27 | Kennard Street | 0.0 km | |
| 28 | Fernhill Street | 0.0 km | |
| 29 | St Johns Church | 0.0 km | |
| 30 | Roebourne Way | 0.0 km | |
| 31 | North Woolwich Free Ferry | 0.0 km | Terminus |
Schedule and frequency
According to the official schedule from Transport for London, the route runs 104 trips in one direction on a weekday, and 75 on a weekend day.
| Direction | Weekdays | Weekends and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| From «North Woolwich Free Ferry» | 00:00 — 23:45 | 00:00 — 23:45 |
| From «Stratford Bus Station» | 00:03 — 23:48 | 00:03 — 23:48 |
Frequency calculated from the departure table: in the morning peak buses run every 9–12 minutes, most often every 11; midday every 10–11 minutes; in the afternoon peak every 11–12; on weekends every 14–16 minutes.
Fare and payment
A single ride costs 1.75 £ — fare in effect since 5 July 2026. The same fare applies to buses in London.
A single bus or tram journey costs £1.75. The Hopper fare lets you make unlimited bus and tram journeys within one hour of your first tap at no extra charge. Daily spending is capped at £5.25; a 7 Day Bus & Tram Pass costs £24.70. London buses do not accept cash — pay by contactless or Oyster. Transfers within 60 minutes are free. Within the Hopper hour the transfers are free; you must tap the same card or device.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a ride on bus 473 cost?
1.75 £ for a single ride — fare in effect since 5 July 2026.
When do the first and last trips run?
From North Woolwich Free Ferry the first is at 00:00 and the last at 23:45. From Stratford Bus Station they are 00:03 and 23:48.
How long does the trip from North Woolwich Free Ferry to Stratford Bus Station take?
About 35 minutes end to end — the median of full trips in the official schedule.
How many stops does the route have?
27 outbound and 31 inbound according to the official GTFS feed. The two lists do not match exactly.
Does bus 473 run on weekends?
Yes. On weekends and holidays there are 75 trips in one direction, running from North Woolwich Free Ferry between 00:00 and 23:45.
Every route number with its termini, operating hours and travel time is collected in the London buses overview.
Data current as of August 22, 2026. Schedule and termini — Transport for London (TfL). Fares — Mayor of London, MD3517 July 2026 fare changes (Direction to TfL). Stop list, schedule and route geometry come from the official GTFS feed (Bus Open Data Service (BODS), version 20260822_025337).