TFL bus consultation on 287 and 687 bus routes

TFL have recently proposed to re-route the 287 and 687 bus routes along Maplestead Road and Goresbrook Road, between the Lodge Avenue roundabout and Chequers Lane / Heathway junction, and are keen to hear what everybody thinks about these proposals.

TFLs summary of the proposals

As well as the bus re-routeing there needs to be changes to local roads:

·         Install a bus gate at the junction of Goresbrook Road and the Heathway at Chequers Corner for use of buses and the emergency services but not general traffic

·         Make changes to an emergency services access only barrier in the middle section of the scheme on Maplestead Road. A bus gate would be installed here allowing access to buses and the emergency services but not general traffic

·         Install accessible bus stops on Maplestead Road and Goresbrook Road. Final locations will be confirmed once feedback from the consultation has been analysed and incorporated

·         Make changes to the current car parking provision to accommodate these changes. Around 11 spaces are expected to be impacted

For more information and to complete the online survey, please visit the TFL consultation website https://haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/bus-routes-287-687.

Alternatively, TFL will be holding two drop-in events consecutive Wednesdays 18 and 25 June in the Capita Room, Castle Green, Gale Street, Dagenham, RM9 4UN (16:00 - 20:00).

You can also contact TFL using:

Email: Haveyoursay@tfl.gov.uk

Telephone: 020 3054 6037 (call back service) Please quote ‘287 and 687’ bus’

Write at: Freepost TfL Have Your Say (no stamp required)

This consultation closes Sunday 13 July 2025