N137
London Bus · Night service

Route N137: Oxford Circus → Crystal Palace

London bus route N137 runs from Oxford Circus to Crystal Palace via Victoria, Sloane Square, Clapham, Streatham. Operated by Arriva London across Zones 1-4, the route has ~38 stops and takes about 80 minutes end to end.

Journey time

~80 min

Stops

38

Frequency

Every 20 min

Step-free

Yes

Overview

London Bus Route N137 is a night service operated by Arriva London, linking Oxford Circus with Crystal Palace via Victoria, Sloane Square, Clapham, Streatham. The route covers London fare Zones 1-4 and serves approximately 38 stops along its corridor.

Buses run every 20 minutes during the daytime peak. The first bus from Oxford Circus departs at 00:15, and the last service is at 04:45. 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

00:15

Last bus

04:45

Service

Night only

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 N137

1Oxford Circus
2Victoria
3Sloane Square
4Clapham
5Streatham
6Crystal Palace

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 N137 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 N137 bus start running?

The first N137 bus departs Oxford Circus at around 00:15 on weekdays. Weekend and bank holiday timings may vary slightly.

What time is the last N137 bus?

The last N137 bus from Oxford Circus typically leaves at 04:45. After this, the nearest night bus or N-prefixed equivalent takes over.

How long does the N137 route take end to end?

A full journey from Oxford Circus to Crystal Palace takes about 80 minutes depending on traffic. The route serves approximately 38 stops.

How much does the N137 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 N137 bus wheelchair accessible?

Yes — all buses on route N137 are low-floor, wheelchair accessible, and have a dedicated wheelchair bay.

Does the N137 bus run on Sundays and bank holidays?

Yes, route N137 operates 7 days a week including bank holidays, though Sunday frequencies are slightly reduced.