London Buses route 240

London Buses route 240 is a Transport for London contracted bus route in London, England. Running between Golders Green and Edgware stations, it is operated by Metroline.

240
Overview
OperatorMetroline
Route
StartGolders Green station
ViaMill Hill East station
Mill Hill
Hendon
EndEdgware station

History

Route 240 was introduced in the 1930s between Golders Green and Edgware stations and replaced the former London General Omnibus Company route 104. The only single-decker version of the LS (London Six) type bus ran on route 240.[1]

Upon being re-tendered, the route was retained by Metroline with a new contract commencing on 30 April 2005.[2]

Route 240 was retained by Metroline on 18 August 2011.[3]

Current route

Route 240 operates via these primary locations:[4]

References

  1. Graeme Bruce, J; Curtis, Colin (1977). The London Motor Bus: Its Origins and Development. London Transport. p. 46. ISBN 0853290830.
  2. "Bus tender results". TFL. 23 September 2004. Retrieved 3 June 2017. Transport for London 23 September 2004
  3. "Bus tender results". TFL. 18 August 2011. Retrieved 3 June 2007.
  4. "240 Bus Route". TFL. Retrieved 3 June 2017.
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