Route 342 Bus Schedule & Stops

TransLink Route 342 Canada guide

Route 342 Bus Schedule & Stops in Canada: Langley Centre / Newton Exchange

342 bus schedule searches in Canada most commonly point to TransLink Route 342 in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia. This route links Langley Centre with Newton Exchange, serving Langley, Cloverdale/Panorama-area corridors, Highway 10, 152 Street, 144 Street and Newton in Surrey.

This rider-first guide explains the correct agency, route direction, major stops, fare price, approximate running time, how early to arrive, live-arrival tools, alerts, accessibility, bikes and the official sources you should check before boarding.

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Route 342 quick check

342Langley CentreBay 2/5

342Newton ExchangeBay 1/4

FareBus-only trip1 zone

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Quick answer

Route 342 schedule basics riders should know first

Route 342 Langley Centre / Newton Exchange

Agency TransLink, Metro Vancouver. This is a local bus route in the Surrey / Langley part of the network.

Schedule effective Official timetable source reviewed shows Effective April 20, 2026. Recheck around seasonal service changes.

Typical full-route ride About 42–55 minutes end-to-end on recent schedule examples, depending on direction, time of day, traffic and stop pattern.

Important route-direction rule: “342 Newton Exchange” and “342 Langley Centre” are opposite directions. Always match the destination sign before boarding, especially at Langley Centre, Newton Exchange, Highway 10, 152 Street or 144 Street stops.

Fast rider workflow

How to check the correct 342 bus time in 5 steps

Open route page Use the official TransLink Route 342 schedule or map page.

Choose direction Pick either Newton Exchange or Langley Centre.

Select travel day Weekday, Saturday, Sunday and holiday patterns can differ.

Check exact stop Use your stop number, timing point or map stop before leaving.

Recheck alerts Check route alerts and live predictions shortly before boarding.

Visual route map

Route 342 corridor: Langley Centre to Newton Exchange

Route 342 is a cross-community bus link between Langley and Newton. It is useful for riders travelling between Langley Centre, Highway 10, Cloverdale/Panorama-area stops, 152 Street, 144 Street, 72 Avenue and Newton Exchange.

Route-reading trick: On long suburban routes, do not only search the terminal. A timing point may be several minutes away from your actual stop. Use the stop number or map stop closest to you.

Stops and timepoints

Major Route 342 stops, bays and transfer points

The exact stop list can change with detours, construction or service changes. These are the key places most riders should understand before boarding.

Stop / area	Direction use	Why it matters	Rider check
Langley Centre	342 toward Newton Exchange commonly starts from Langley Centre Bay 2; opposite direction returns to Langley Centre Bay 5 in many schedule views.	Major Langley bus exchange with connections to other Langley, Surrey and Fraser Valley services.	Check bay number on the day because detours can move Langley Centre boarding.
Douglas Cres / 204 St and 56 Ave corridor	Early part of the westbound/southbound movement from Langley Centre toward Highway 10.	Useful for Langley City local boarding before the route reaches Highway 10.	Confirm the side of the street and destination sign.
Highway 10 corridor	Central travel spine between Langley/Cloverdale and Surrey/Panorama areas.	Many riders use 342 for east-west movement through Highway 10 stops.	Traffic and construction can change travel time; check live predictions.
152 St / Hwy 10	Major transfer and decision point on the Surrey side.	Nearby connections to other Surrey routes and north/south travel.	Do not board the wrong direction if stops are on opposite sides of the intersection.
144 St / 72 Ave corridor	Newton-side local segment before/after Newton Exchange.	Serves residential areas approaching Newton Exchange.	Use your exact stop ID because nearby stops may serve opposite directions.
Newton Exchange	342 toward Langley Centre commonly uses Newton Exchange Bay 4; toward Newton may arrive at Bay 1 or layover in schedule views.	Major Surrey bus exchange with connections to RapidBus and local Surrey routes.	Check bay maps and alerts before transferring; exchange loops can require a short walk.

Fare and ticket price

Route 342 fare: bus-only trips are 1-Zone in Metro Vancouver

TransLink states that all bus and HandyDART trips are a 1-Zone fare at all times. Route 342 is a bus route, so a normal 342-only ride is priced as one zone. If your trip continues onto SkyTrain, SeaBus or West Coast Express, your transfer/payment method matters.

Adult Compass Stored Value $2.85 Discounted 1-Zone adult stored-value fare.

Adult cash / contactless $3.50 Adult 1-Zone cash or contactless fare.

Concession 1-Zone $2.30 For eligible youth, seniors and other concession riders with valid proof.

Adult DayPass $12.55 All-zone DayPass, useful for several transit trips in one service day.

Payment method	Works on Route 342?	Important transfer rule
Compass Card stored value	Yes. Tap when boarding the bus.	Valid for transfers across bus, SkyTrain, SeaBus and HandyDART within the standard transfer window when using the same card.
Contactless debit / credit / mobile wallet	Yes, for adult fare.	Use the same physical card or the same mobile wallet card for the whole trip to avoid multiple charges.
Cash on bus	Yes.	Cash bus transfers are for bus-to-bus only and are not transferable to SkyTrain, SeaBus or West Coast Express.
Monthly Pass	Yes if loaded on Compass Card.	Bus trips are covered; extra rules apply if the trip continues through rail/SeaBus zones during zone-priced periods.

Fare reviewed for 2026: TransLink fares increased on July 1, 2026. Always recheck the official TransLink fare page before publishing long-term prices because fare tables can change by year.

Timing and frequency

Route 342 first bus, last bus, frequency and approximate travel time

Recent Route 342 schedule examples show end-to-end trips commonly around 42–55 minutes. Daytime departures are often spaced around 20 minutes in many schedule views, with wider gaps possible early morning, late evening, weekends, holidays or during service changes.

Toward Newton Exchange Starts from Langley Centre on the official direction page. Recent schedule examples show very early and late trips, but the exact first/last bus must be checked by travel date.

Toward Langley Centre Starts from Newton Exchange. Recent examples show full-route travel generally under one hour, but traffic on Highway 10 and 152 Street can change timing.

When to arrive Arrive 5–7 minutes early for ordinary trips, 8–12 minutes for transfers, and 15+ minutes for last-bus or time-sensitive trips.

Full route42–55 min

Typical wait~20 min

Stop cushion5–7 min

Transfer cushion8–12 min

Do not use one universal “last bus” answer. The last Route 342 from Langley Centre is not the same as the last Route 342 from Newton Exchange. Always choose direction, date and starting stop.

Live arrivals

Scheduled time vs live Route 342 arrival

Route 342 next departures

342Toward Newton Exchange6 min

342Toward Langley Centre13 min

StopCheck exact stop numberLive

! Predictions can change
Traffic, detours, cancellations and GPS gaps can move the arrival time.

Use the correct live tool

Official TransLink route page: choose Route 342, direction and map/schedule view.
TransLink Trip Planner: best for door-to-door trips and transfers.
Next Bus / stop number: best when you already know your exact stop.
Transit app: TransLink partners with Transit app for real-time information, alerts and trip planning.
Text / mobile services: use the bus stop number where supported for next-bus information.

Rider trick: Save two stops: your usual Langley-side stop and your usual Newton-side stop. Stop-level predictions are much faster than reopening the full Route 342 timetable every time.

Alerts checked

Route 342 detours, stop moves and service changes

Route 342 can be affected by construction, temporary stop closures, exchange bay changes, traffic on Highway 10, special events or system-wide service changes. Check alerts after selecting the route and direction.

Check route alerts Open TransLink Alerts and search or filter for Route 342 before travelling.

Check exchange bays Langley Centre and Newton Exchange bay assignments can matter during detours or construction.

Check seasonal changes TransLink regularly updates service around seasonal board periods. Recheck around April, June, September and December.

Check whether the alert affects “342 Newton Exchange” or “342 Langley Centre.”
Look for temporary stops near Langley Centre, 56 Ave, Highway 10, 152 St and Newton Exchange.
Recheck 10–20 minutes before leaving for important trips.
Use live arrival predictions only as estimates, not guarantees.

Research date: Sources reviewed on September 5, 2026. Same-day operating status may be different, so use TransLink Alerts and the route page before boarding.

Direction decoder

How to avoid boarding Route 342 in the wrong direction

Destination sign	Use this if you are going to	Do not confuse with
342 Newton Exchange	Newton Exchange, 72 Avenue/144 Street area, Surrey/Panorama-side stops, or westbound Highway 10/152 Street stops depending on your boarding point.	A bus signed “342 Langley Centre,” which is going the opposite direction.
342 Langley Centre	Langley Centre, Langley City stops, 56 Avenue / 204 Street area, or eastbound Highway 10/Langley-side stops.	A bus ending at Newton Exchange or a short-turn/layover listing.
Layover / bay listing	Understand where the bus rests or starts in schedule data.	A public boarding stop unless the official stop page shows pickup is available.

Accessibility and bikes

Wheelchair, stroller, mobility-device and bike guidance

TransLink schedule tools show accessibility symbols for stops, and the Route 342 page notes that buses used on this route have front bike racks with capacity for two bicycles. Bike-rack space is limited, so riders should have a backup plan if the rack is full.

Accessible stops In TransLink schedule help, a wheelchair symbol with a green check means the stop is accessible for customers using wheelchairs, strollers and other mobility aids. Check the stop-level page, not just the route name.

Bike racks Route details state buses on Route 342 use front bike racks with capacity for two bicycles. Space is first-come in practice; plan extra time if biking to/from the bus.

Strollers and mobility devices Use accessible boarding areas and follow operator direction. Priority space should remain available for riders who need it.

Exchange transfers At Newton Exchange and Langley Centre, check bay maps if you need the shortest accessible transfer path.

Map guide

Map: Langley Centre route context

For Route 342, the official TransLink route map is more useful than a single generic map pin. This embedded map is included only for location context around Langley Centre, one of the main terminals for the route.

Use this for terminal orientation only. For the actual route line, stops and live predictions, use TransLink’s official Route 342 schedule/map page.

Route 342 rider tricks

Small checks that prevent missed buses

Check the opposite-direction return first If you are going from Langley to Newton for an appointment, check the return trip before leaving. Late-evening gaps may be larger.

Use stop ID, not only “342” Route pages show the whole line, but stop pages show the boarding point you actually need.

Be careful around Highway 10 Stops on opposite sides of a major road may serve opposite directions. Confirm the destination sign before boarding.

Use Compass for transfers Cash works on the bus, but bus cash transfers are not valid onto SkyTrain, SeaBus or West Coast Express.

Allow extra time at exchanges Newton Exchange and Langley Centre transfers can involve different bays, pedestrian crossings or detour-related bay changes.

Screenshot only after alert check A saved timetable screenshot can become wrong after a detour, cancellation, construction notice or service change.

Official sources

Official and useful sources for Route 342 schedules, fares and alerts

TransLink — Route 342 schedule TransLink — Route 342 map view TransLink — Route 342 timetable PDF TransLink — Trip Planner TransLink — Transit system maps and exchange maps TransLink — Alerts and advisories TransLink — Pricing and fare zones TransLink — Compass Card TransLink — Mobile services TransLink — Accessible transit guide TransLink — Bikes on transit TransLink — Customer service contact

FAQs

Route 342 bus schedule FAQs

What is Route 342 in Canada?

Route 342 usually refers to TransLink Route 342 Langley Centre / Newton Exchange in Metro Vancouver, British Columbia. It connects Langley Centre with Newton Exchange through Highway 10, 152 Street, 144 Street and nearby Surrey/Langley stops.

Which transit agency operates the 342 bus?

Route 342 is part of the TransLink Metro Vancouver transit network. Use TransLink’s official route schedule, map, fare and alerts pages for the most reliable information.

How long does Route 342 take from Langley Centre to Newton Exchange?

Recent schedule examples show a full Route 342 ride commonly around 42–55 minutes, depending on direction, time of day, traffic, stop pattern and detours. Always check the official schedule for your exact travel date.

How often does the 342 bus run?

Route 342 often runs about every 20 minutes during many daytime periods in recent schedule views, but gaps can be wider early morning, late evening, weekends, holidays or during service changes. Check TransLink’s schedule filters for your exact day and stop.

How much is the Route 342 bus fare?

Because Route 342 is a TransLink bus route, a normal 342-only ride is a 1-Zone fare. In 2026, the listed adult 1-Zone fare is $2.85 with Compass stored value and $3.50 with cash or contactless payment. Recheck TransLink’s fare page before travelling.

Can I pay cash on Route 342?

Yes, cash can be used on TransLink buses, but no change is given and cash bus transfers are only valid between buses. If you need SkyTrain, SeaBus or West Coast Express after Route 342, use Compass, Compass Ticket or contactless payment.

Where does Route 342 start and end?

The route runs between Langley Centre and Newton Exchange. Direction matters: “342 Newton Exchange” and “342 Langley Centre” are opposite directions, so confirm the destination sign and boarding bay before getting on.

Does Route 342 have live bus tracking?

Use TransLink’s route tools, stop schedule, Trip Planner, mobile services or Transit app for live or predicted departure information where available. Predictions can change because of traffic, detours, cancellations or GPS issues.

Are bikes allowed on Route 342?

TransLink route details state that buses used on Route 342 have front bike racks with capacity for two bicycles. If the rack is full, you may need to wait for another bus or use a backup plan.

What should I check before boarding the 342 bus?

Check the route direction, stop number, travel day, first/last bus time, fare method, transfer rule, alerts, bay number and live arrival prediction. For important trips, recheck alerts 10–20 minutes before leaving.

Route 342 Bus Schedule & Stops | Canada