N15
London Bus · Night service

Route N15: Trafalgar Square → Romford Market

London bus route N15 runs from Trafalgar Square to Romford Market via Aldgate, Stratford, Ilford. Operated by Stagecoach London across Zones 1-6, the route has ~46 stops and takes about 100 minutes end to end.

Journey time

~100 min

Stops

46

Frequency

Every 15 min

Step-free

Yes

Overview

London Bus Route N15 is a night service operated by Stagecoach London, linking Trafalgar Square with Romford Market via Aldgate, Stratford, Ilford. The route covers London fare Zones 1-6 and serves approximately 46 stops along its corridor.

Buses run every 15 minutes during the daytime peak. The first bus from Trafalgar Square departs at 23:50, and the last service is at 05:00. 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

23:50

Last bus

05:00

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 N15

1Trafalgar Square
2Aldgate
3Mile End
4Stratford
5Ilford
6Romford

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 N15 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 N15 bus start running?

The first N15 bus departs Trafalgar Square at around 23:50 on weekdays. Weekend and bank holiday timings may vary slightly.

What time is the last N15 bus?

The last N15 bus from Trafalgar Square typically leaves at 05:00. After this, the nearest night bus or N-prefixed equivalent takes over.

How long does the N15 route take end to end?

A full journey from Trafalgar Square to Romford Market takes about 100 minutes depending on traffic. The route serves approximately 46 stops.

How much does the N15 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 N15 bus wheelchair accessible?

Yes — all buses on route N15 are low-floor, wheelchair accessible, and have a dedicated wheelchair bay.

Does the N15 bus run on Sundays and bank holidays?

Yes, route N15 operates 7 days a week including bank holidays, though Sunday frequencies are slightly reduced.