Withdrawal of service 477
From 26 October 2025
Withdrawal of service 477 between Orpington and Dartford
We have made the difficult decision to withdraw service 477 following a sustained period of low passenger usage.
We have carefully explored all possible options to keep the route running, including a trial last year to extend the service to the local hospital and Bluewater shopping centre, but sadly, it is no longer sustainable.
Additionally, the introduction of a competing service on the Swanley to Dartford section of the route by another operator from 1 September has significantly impacted the commercial viability of continuing the route.
The last day of service will be 25 October 2025. We understand that this will be disappointing for those who rely on the service, this decision has not been taken lightly.