The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£-0
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
58 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Of the 5 buses that leave Basildon for Southend-on-Sea every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 18 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 58 m .
The slowest buses will take 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Basildon to Southend-on-Sea
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 18 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£5 Average Price Cheapest | £6 Average Price |
1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basildon to Southend-on-Sea bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basildon to Southend-on-Sea coaches for tomorrow, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:10 Basildon | 1h07 | 09:17 Southend-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:20 Basildon | 1h05 | 09:25 Southend-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:30 Basildon | 1h04 | 09:34 Southend-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:40 Basildon | 1h04 | 09:44 Southend-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:50 Basildon | 0h59 | 09:49 Southend-on-Sea | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea
Buses from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea run on average 3 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:03, the last at 23:56. The fastest coach covers the 18 km distance in 39m.
Distance 18 km |
Average bus duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 39m |
First bus 00:03 |
Last bus 23:56 |
Bus providers: First Essex from Basildon to Southend-on-SeaYou can travel by bus between Basildon to Southend-on-Sea with First Essex for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basildon to Southend-on-Sea coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basildon to Southend-on-Sea by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southend-on-Sea, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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