TfL has introduced a new timetable for the Woolwich Ferry, with services operating for longer across the week.

Woolwich Ferry is a free service that provides an important link from Woolwich to North Woolwich for thousands of passengers every day.

The new Woolwich Ferry timetable services are from Monday to Friday from 5am to 9pm, with a service frequency of every 15 minutes.

Saturday to Sunday services will run from 5am to 9pm with a service frequency of every 15 minutes.

The new service plans to make it “quicker and easier” for people to travel in east and south east London.

TfL has also introduced a two-vessel service at the weekend, doubling its frequency, hoping to reduce waiting times and offer better connections with London's transport network.

The ferry is located nearby other transport modes, including the Elizabeth line and the new SL2 Superloop route, which runs an express service between Walthamstow Central and North Woolwich.

The SL2 from Walthamstow to North Woolwich launched in March 2024, connecting to Tube and rail services at Gants Hill, Ilford and Barking.

The ferry also provides a link for people travelling on foot or by cycle, enabling them to cross the river for free.

The improved timetable was introduced in response to customer research carried out that has shown a demand for longer operating hours.

Darren Ellis, Woolwich Ferry general manager, said: “We are delighted to be able to offer a new and improved timetable for the Woolwich Ferry, with passengers able to benefit from more frequent journeys and longer operating hours.

"We recognise how important this service is, particularly to local users, and will continue to work hard to enhance the ferry’s service and long-term reliability.

"This is just one of the ways the Mayor and TfL are continuing to improve the capital’s river services, which is key to building a better and more efficient London for everyone.”