390
London Bus · Daytime route

Route 390: Notting Hill Gate → Archway

London bus route 390 runs from Notting Hill Gate to Archway via Marble Arch, Oxford Circus, Euston, King's Cross. Operated by Metroline across Zones 1-2, the route has ~28 stops and takes about 60 minutes end to end.

Journey time

~60 min

Stops

28

Frequency

Every 8 min

Step-free

Yes

Overview

London Bus Route 390 is a daytime service operated by Metroline, linking Notting Hill Gate with Archway via Marble Arch, Oxford Circus, Euston, King's Cross. The route covers London fare Zones 1-2 and serves approximately 28 stops along its corridor.

Buses run every 8 minutes during the daytime peak. The first bus from Notting Hill Gate departs at 05:00, and the last service is at 00:30. 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

05:00

Last bus

00:30

Service

Daytime

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 390

1Notting Hill
2Marble Arch
3Oxford Circus
4Euston
5King's Cross
6Tufnell Park
7Archway

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 390 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 390 bus start running?

The first 390 bus departs Notting Hill Gate at around 05:00 on weekdays. Weekend and bank holiday timings may vary slightly.

What time is the last 390 bus?

The last 390 bus from Notting Hill Gate typically leaves at 00:30. After this, the nearest night bus or N-prefixed equivalent takes over.

How long does the 390 route take end to end?

A full journey from Notting Hill Gate to Archway takes about 60 minutes depending on traffic. The route serves approximately 28 stops.

How much does the 390 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 390 bus wheelchair accessible?

Yes — all buses on route 390 are low-floor, wheelchair accessible, and have a dedicated wheelchair bay.

Does the 390 bus run on Sundays and bank holidays?

Yes, route 390 operates 7 days a week including bank holidays, though Sunday frequencies are slightly reduced.