TfL proposes scrapping north London bus route 67 and rerouting 149
Consultation on changes affecting Wood Green, Tottenham and Dalston runs until 20 September 2024
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Transport for London has proposed withdrawing the 67 bus route, which connects Wood Green and Dalston Junction in north London. The change is part of a wider review of bus services, as reported by Time Out London. TfL also plans to reroute the 149 bus, which currently runs between Edmonton Green and London Bridge.
Under the proposals, the 149 would no longer start in Edmonton Green. Instead, it would begin in Wood Green, bypassing Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Bruce Grove, Seven Sisters and South Tottenham. The new route would join the existing 149 path at Stamford Hill, continuing to London Bridge.
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What the changes mean for passengers
If the proposals go ahead, the 149 would cover most of the 67’s current stops. One exception is Dalston Junction Bus Station’s Stop N, which would be removed. Passengers would instead use Stop C on Kingsland Road, as stated in TfL’s consultation documents.
The 149’s revised route would include Turnpike Lane, West Green Road, La Rose Lane and St Anne’s Road before rejoining its original path. The southern section, from Stamford Hill to London Bridge, would remain unchanged.
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Why TfL is proposing the changes
TfL said the proposals reflect lower post-pandemic bus usage. Time Out London reported that earlier this year, TfL already shortened or rerouted 19 bus services to align with current demand. The 67 and 149 changes follow similar adjustments made in January and March.
No final decision has been made. TfL is running an eight-week public consultation, which opened on 23 July 2024. Residents and passengers can submit feedback until 20 September 2024.
What happens next
TfL will review responses from the consultation before deciding whether to proceed. If approved, the changes would take effect after the consultation period ends. No date for implementation has been announced.
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