Superloop bus route which connects West Croydon to Heathrow

The route connects West Croydon to Heathrow Airport and serves key locations including Sutton, Worcester Park, Kingston, Teddington, and Hatton Cross stations, as reported by London Now.

It is operated by Metrobus Ltd and forms part of a wider express bus network designed to improve transport links across outer London, reports our sister title London Now.

What is the SL7 route?

The SL7 is one of 12 routes that make up the Superloop, an express bus service.

The SL7 connects West Croydon to Heathrow Airport, passing through a number of major town centres and transport hubs.

Its key stops include Sutton, Worcester Park, Kingston, and Teddington.

How often does the SL7 run?

The frequency of SL7 buses depends on the time of day and the direction of travel.

Stops

The SL7 begins at either West Croydon Bus Station or Heathrow Central Bus Station, depending on the direction of travel.

From West Croydon to Heathrow, the route serves:

• West Croydon Bus Station
• Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station
• Wallington Green / Croydon Road
• Carshalton High Street
• Sutton / Grove Road
• Cheam Broadway
• North Cheam / London Road
• Worcester Park Station
• New Malden / Kingston Road
• Kingston Station
• Kingston / Wood Street
• Broad Street / Teddington
• Hatton Cross Station
• Heathrow Central Bus Station

From Heathrow to West Croydon, the stops are:

• Heathrow Central Bus Station
• Hatton Cross Station
• Teddington / Broad Street
• Kingston / Wood Street
• Cromwell Road Bus Station
• New Malden / Fountain Roundabout
• Worcester Park Station
• North Cheam / London Road
• Cheam Broadway
• Sutton Police Station
• Carshalton High Street
• Croydon Road / Wallington Green
• East Croydon Station
• West Croydon Bus Station

It is important to note that, due to ongoing borough works, the SL7 is currently on diversion and is not serving the 'New Malden/Kingston Road' stop (L).

Passengers are advised to use the 'New Malden/Fountain Roundabout' stop (K) instead.

This diversion is expected to remain in place until 2am on January 24, 2027.

What does it cost?

Fares are the same as all standard London bus services, with a single journey costing £1.75.

What is the Superloop?

The Superloop is a network of 12 express bus routes designed to improve transport connections between key outer London town centres and major transport hubs.

It covers a total of 218 kilometres and adds an extra 8.1 million bus kilometres to London’s road network.

The Superloop serves 24 boroughs and stops at 63 bus and rail stations.

Each route features upgraded stops and shelters with illuminated Superloop signage, colourful e-tiles, and clear route name tags.

Many shelters are also equipped with real-time arrival information to help passengers plan their journeys more easily.

Superloop buses are specially branded and display route maps on the exterior.

Most vehicles on the network are fitted with USB charging ports for passenger convenience.