The Bus DLC – London South: Your Questions, Our Answers
We have also received numerous questions from the community about the upcoming The Bus DLC – London South.
Which routes are included? Which buses can be used in London? How will British road traffic be recreated, and what are the plans for the console version?
In our new FAQ, we have compiled the most important questions and answers about the current state of development and our plans for London South.
The Bus DLC – London South – FAQ
Last updated: 8 September 2026
1. Vehicles
Is a bus included with The Bus DLC – London South?
No. Vehicles and maps for The Bus are generally offered separately.
Therefore, The Bus DLC – London South does not include its own bus.
The base game includes right-hand-drive versions of the e-Citybus, which can be used to drive the routes included in London South.
Which buses can be used on the London routes?
Additional suitable right-hand-drive buses are planned for use in London. Appropriate vehicles are expected to be available by the time London South is released.
Will suitable buses be available as separate DLCs?
Additional buses are planned as separate DLCs to coincide with the release of London South. However, it is still too early to provide specific information about these vehicles. Further details will follow at a later date.
Is a bundle containing London South and a suitable bus DLC planned?
A Steam bundle combining The Bus DLC – London South with a suitable bus DLC is likely. However, we cannot provide any specific information about this at the moment.
Will there also be free buses?
Suitable freeware buses for The Bus are also currently being developed by members of the community. We therefore expect free vehicles suitable for use in London to become available in the future. At this stage, however, we cannot say which of these will be available around the release of London South.
2. Routes and Scope
Which routes are included in the DLC?
Two routes will be fully driveable at release. Route 2 connects Marylebone with West Norwood and covers approximately 12 kilometres (7.5 miles). The former Route 507 between Waterloo and Victoria, covering approximately 3.7 kilometres (2.3 miles), will also be included.
In addition, sections of Routes 77, 88, 148 and 196, as well as the N2 night route, will be recreated.
In total, London South features more than 16 kilometres (10 miles) of detailed road network across South and Central London.
Will the partially implemented routes be completed later, and are additional routes planned?
Following its release, London South is planned to be expanded further through free updates. At this stage, we cannot yet say which of the partially implemented routes will be extended or completed, or which additional routes may be added.
As soon as we have more specific information, we will announce it.
Which landmarks and well-known locations will be recreated?
The route network passes through well-known areas of South and Central London, including Westminster, Lambeth, Brixton and Vauxhall.
Numerous famous landmarks and locations will be recreated along the routes. These include Big Ben and the Palace of Westminster, the London Eye, Westminster Bridge and Marble Arch.
Major transport hubs such as London Marylebone, London Victoria and London Waterloo are also part of the DLC.
What time period or year does the DLC represent?
London South is not tied to one specific year. Instead, it broadly represents London during the 2020s. This flexible time period makes it possible to combine former routes such as Route 507 with more recent changes to London's road network.
3. London and British Road Traffic
Will we drive on the left in London?
Yes, of course. In The Bus DLC – London South, traffic drives on the left, just as it does in the UK. The road layouts and traffic flow are also designed accordingly.
Will roads and junctions be adapted to the specific characteristics of British road traffic?
Roads, junctions and traffic layouts are being created specifically for London and take the characteristics of British road traffic into account. This includes road layouts, traffic lanes and road markings.
Will British and London-specific traffic lights and road signs be included?
The traffic management systems, traffic lights, road markings and road signs required for London are being created specifically for the DLC and are based on their real-world counterparts.
Will the bus stops be recreated based on those of Transport for London?
The bus stops are also being recreated based on their real-world Transport for London counterparts. This includes London's distinctive bus stop signs and other typical elements found at bus stops throughout the city.
4. Economic Mode and Depots
Will Economic Mode be supported?
The Bus's Economic Mode will also be supported in The Bus DLC – London South. This allows you to establish and operate your own bus company in London.
Which depots are included in the DLC and can be used in Economic Mode?
London South includes three authentically recreated bus depots in Norwood, Stockwell and Waterloo. They are based on their real-world counterparts and integrated into the route network.
In addition, there is a fictional depot designed specifically for The Bus's Economic Mode. From there, you can establish your own operation in London and deploy your vehicles.
5. AI Traffic, Passengers and Audio
Will there be special AI vehicles for London, such as police, emergency or street-cleaning vehicles?
The AI traffic is also being adapted to London. This includes the city's distinctive black cabs, ambulances, street-cleaning vehicles and other vehicles used by local emergency services.
Will authentic bus stop announcements be included?
The plan is to integrate authentic Transport for London (TfL) “iBus” stop announcements into the DLC.
Will passengers in London have English voice samples?
Passengers in The Bus DLC – London South will have suitable English voice samples, further contributing to an authentic London atmosphere.
6. Release and Consoles
When will The Bus DLC – London South be released?
There is currently no specific release date. Development is progressing, but it will still be several months before we can provide a more accurate estimate of the possible release window. We will keep you informed as soon as there is any news.
Will the DLC also be released for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S?**
A release of The Bus DLC – London South for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S is firmly planned.
Is the console version planned to be released soon after the PC version?
The console port is intended to be completed considerably faster this time.
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