London Bus 493 Timetable
First bus, last bus and departure times at every stop
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This is the full timetable for the number 493 bus in London, which runs between St George's / University of London and Richmond Bus Station. The table shows the first bus, the last bus and how often the 493 runs from each of the 64 stops in each direction. Use the controls above to switch direction or day, and tap any stop for its full hour by hour departure list.
This page shows TfL's scheduled times for the 493. Waiting at a stop right now? See live arrivals and the route map for bus 493 instead.
Full 493 timetable from St George's / University of London (Mon-Fri)
Every scheduled 493 bus departure from St George's / University of London towards Richmond Bus Station, Mon-Fri. For other days, use the day buttons above or tap any stop in the table.
Full 493 timetable from George Street (Mon-Fri)
Every scheduled 493 bus departure from George Street towards St George's / University of London, Mon-Fri. For other days, use the day buttons above or tap any stop in the table.
First and Last are the earliest and latest scheduled departures from each stop in the chosen direction. Every is the typical daytime interval between buses from 07:00 to 19:00; buses may be more frequent at peak times and less frequent early and late. Times at the final stop are arrivals. Times at stops along the route are TfL's scheduled running times from the start of the route, so on busy days buses can run a few minutes later. Tap a stop row for its full list of departures. All times come from Transport for London's timetable data.
Source: TfL Timetable API
Bus 493 timetable FAQs
What time is the first 493 bus?
The first 493 bus leaves St George's / University of London at 05:25 towards Richmond Bus Station (Mon-Fri). From George Street the first bus is at 05:20. Use the table above for the first bus from any stop on the route.
What time is the last 493 bus?
The last 493 bus leaves St George's / University of London at 01:05 towards Richmond Bus Station (Mon-Fri). From George Street the last bus is at 00:45. Tap any stop in the table above to see its exact last departure.
How often does the 493 bus run?
During the day the 493 typically runs about every 15 minutes. Buses can be more frequent at peak times and less frequent early in the morning and late in the evening.
Does the 493 bus run on Sundays?
Yes. On Sundays the 493 runs from 06:25 until 01:05 from St George's / University of London. Use the Sun button above to see full Sunday times.
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