TfL proposals to axe bus route 205 between Paddington and Baker Street station have been strongly opposed by Hyde Park Labour Councillors who say that this will mean more difficult journeys for patients attending St Mary’s Hospital in Praed Street, as well as for those living and working in the Praed Street and Paddington Central area.

TfL say they are “proposing extra journeys for bus route 27 in the early mornings and late evenings, to make sure the frequency of buses in service between Paddington and Baker Street is sufficient to meet demand.” Route 205 currently runs between Bow Church and Paddington.

TfL also proposes to withdraw route 30 between Euston Bus Station and Marble Arch and then extend the route 205 to Marble Arch via Baker Street. Route 30 currently runs between Marble Arch and Hackney Wick.

Councillors also say that TfL has missed an opportunity to improve the number 18 bus route where full buses regularly pass by bus stops on the Harrow Road where travellers have been waiting to get a bus home or to work.

Councillor Paul Dimoldenberg, Hyde Park Councillor and Cabinet Member for City Management and Air Quality, said:

“These proposals make no sense. Having to change from the 205 to the 27 at Baker Street to get to Paddington Station will deter many people and add to the inconvenience for many bus travellers going to St Mary’s Hospital, as well as for those living and working in the Paddington area.”

“The biggest problem for bus travellers in our area is the need for more buses on the number 18 route on the Harrow Road, where passengers regularly wait long times as full buses pass by, particularly at busy times. It is a great disappointment that TfL have brought forward no plans for improved services on the number 18 bus route.”

You can have your say on the TfL proposals:

• Online: https://haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/30-205-bus-proposals
• Email: Haveyoursay@tfl.gov.uk
• Telephone: 020 3054 6037 (call back service) please quote ‘30/ 205 buses’
• Post: FREEPOST TFL HAVE YOUR SAY (no stamp required)

The consultation closes on Monday 2 December 2024.