Next Superloop planned, consultation launched

London’s next proposed Superloop express bus service has been announced between Abbey Wood and North Greenwich, via Thamesmead and Woolwich.

The plan is intended to develop the city’s network of express bus routes to connect even more places in outer London. The bus route would support the early stages of regeneration plans in the Thamesmead area and proposals to extend the DLR.

As part of plans for SL11, it is proposed that the existing route 472 would be renumbered and would run as an express service between Abbey Wood and North Greenwich.

The SL11 consultation runs until 13 April 2025.

Work to build on the existing Superloop is now underway, with the proposed ‘Bakerloop’ express bus service, connecting stations and areas that form part of the proposed Bakerloo Tube line extension route, running between Waterloo, Elephant & Castle and Lewisham.

 “Buses are still the most affordable and green way to travel around the capital” – Geoff Hobbs, TfL’s Director of Public Transport Service Planning

Geoff Hobbs, TfL’s Director of Public Transport Service Planning, said: “Buses are still the most affordable and green way to travel around the capital, and we know local communities will rely on new public transport to better connect the area to the rest of London. We are committed to working closely with the relevant boroughs to ensure these express bus routes work for all communities, as well as complementing the growth plans of these local authorities. Feedback is important to us and I would urge everyone to respond to the consultation.”