36
London Bus · 24-hour service

Route 36: New Cross Gate → Queen's Park

London bus route 36 runs from New Cross Gate to Queen's Park via Peckham, Vauxhall, Victoria, Paddington. Operated by Go-Ahead London across Zones 1-2, the route has ~38 stops and takes about 80 minutes end to end.

Journey time

~80 min

Stops

38

Frequency

Every 6 min

Step-free

Yes

Overview

London Bus Route 36 is a 24-hour service operated by Go-Ahead London, linking New Cross Gate with Queen's Park via Peckham, Vauxhall, Victoria, Paddington. The route covers London fare Zones 1-2 and serves approximately 38 stops along its corridor.

Buses run every 6 minutes during the daytime peak. The first bus from New Cross Gate departs at 04:30, and the last service is at 00:30 — note this route operates 24 hours a day. All vehicles on this route are low-floor, wheelchair-accessible double-deck or single-deck buses with audio-visual next-stop announcements (iBus).

Fares: a single bus or tram journey is £1.75 with contactless or Oyster, and the Hopper fare lets you transfer for free within one hour. There is a daily cap of £5.25 for unlimited buses and trams. Cash is not accepted on TfL buses.

This page is part of Triplo's London transport directory and is updated regularly. For real-time arrivals consult the TfL Go app or station QR codes.

Timetable

First bus

04:30

Last bus

00:30

Service

24 hours

Frequencies are higher during the morning (07:00–09:30) and evening (16:30–19:00) peak. For real-time departures, use the TfL Go app or scan the QR code at any bus stop.

Popular stops on Route 36

1New Cross
2Peckham
3Vauxhall
4Victoria
5Paddington
6Queen's Park

Fare information

Single fare

£1.75

contactless or Oyster

Hopper fare

Free

within 60 minutes

Daily cap

£5.25

unlimited bus & tram

Cash is not accepted on TfL buses. Tap your contactless card, phone or Oyster on the yellow reader as you board. Children under 11 travel free with an adult; 11–15 year olds need a Zip Oyster card.

Accessibility

All buses on route 36 are low-floor, wheelchair-accessible, with a dedicated wheelchair bay, retractable ramp and audio-visual next-stop announcements (iBus). Assistance dogs are welcome on all London buses.

Frequently asked questions

What time does the 36 bus start running?

The first 36 bus departs New Cross Gate at around 04:30 on weekdays. Weekend and bank holiday timings may vary slightly.

What time is the last 36 bus?

Route 36 runs 24 hours, with reduced frequency overnight (roughly every 15-20 minutes between 00:30 and 05:00).

How long does the 36 route take end to end?

A full journey from New Cross Gate to Queen's Park takes about 80 minutes depending on traffic. The route serves approximately 38 stops.

How much does the 36 bus cost?

A single bus journey in London is £1.75 with contactless, Oyster, or a valid bus pass (Hopper fare allows unlimited buses within 1 hour for the same fare). Cash is not accepted on TfL buses.

Is the 36 bus wheelchair accessible?

Yes — all buses on route 36 are low-floor, wheelchair accessible, and have a dedicated wheelchair bay.

Does the 36 bus run on Sundays and bank holidays?

Yes, route 36 operates 7 days a week including bank holidays, though Sunday frequencies are slightly reduced.