Bus Crashes Into Woods Near Biggin Hill Airport – Major Emergency Response Underway
A serious road traffic collision has forced the full closure of Main Road both ways near Biggin Hill Airport this afternoon. Emergency crews rushed to the scene after an electric double-decker bus veered off the road and crashed into a wooded embankment just before 2pm.
Multiple Passengers Initially Reported Trapped
The crash happened near the junction with Nightingale Close at around 1:47pm. Early reports raised fears that several people might be trapped onboard, sparking a large-scale emergency operation. London Fire Brigade, London Ambulance Service, police, and specialist teams swarmed the area.
Witnesses described a heavy emergency presence, including sirens blaring and helicopter activity soon after the collision.
Bus Routes Disrupted, Road Remains Closed
Several TfL bus routes – including the 246, 320, 464, and R2 – have been hit by the incident. Services are terminating early at Biggin Hill Airport until the scene is cleared. Motorists are urged to avoid Main Road and find alternative routes. TfL advises passengers to check live updates before travelling.
Good News: No One Trapped, Recovery Underway
A source from London Fire Brigade confirmed: “Crews from Biggin Hill, Addington, and Croydon’s Fire Rescue Units are at the scene. The double-decker bus fell down an embankment following the collision, but fortunately, no persons were trapped.”
The Met Police have been contacted for official comments, with further updates expected as the situation develops.
