By Bus

Traveling around Essex by bus has never been easier - visit www.travelessex.co.uk today for help planning your journey and for bus timetables from all bus operators across Essex. We also recommend downloading the TravelEssex app to your phone for real time update from all transport providers across Essex. Download the app here.

First Bus are the largest commercial operator in Essex, serving destinations from Chelmsford, Colchester, Basildon and Southend. They also serve the two Essex airports, with buses through the night to and from London Stansted and London Southend.

Download the First Bus app to plan your journey, track your bus in real-time, check live seat availability, and more.

Know How...

• To plan your journey

• To track your bus

• To find your lost property

• To get the bus at night

• To pay for the bus

Find Out More: https://www.firstbus.co.uk/know-how

Explore Essex for only £2 with single journeys. Find out where your bus journey can take you! Click here.

Concession holders can enjoy free bus travel for life!

If you are of state pension age or older, or registered disabled, and hold a valid Concessionary Travel Pass, you are entitled to free travel on all First Essex buses after 9:00 AM on weekdays and all day on weekends and Bank Holidays.

More info: Concessions 

Visit the First Essex website and the latest updates on services and routes available.

National Express run coaches to and from over 1,000 destinations throughout the UK, and a regular shuttle bus service operates from Stansted Airport to London Liverpool Street and London Victoria. Click here for more information.

When visiting the City of Chelmsford or the heart of Colchester, Park and Ride offers a convenient and quick way to reach the city centres.

There are two locations in Chelmsford, Sandon and Chelmer Valley, and one location in Colchester. All buses are air conditioned, modern and comfortable and use designated bus lanes. Click here to find out more about Park and Ride in Essex.

Essex is also encouraging residents and visitors to ‘Go green’ and switch from cars to sustainable forms of transport, such as walking, cycling and public buses.

The Stop, Swap and Go campaign provides tips and information on how to travel around Essex easily and sustainably. Find out more here.

Click here to find out more about local coach companies for day trips and excursions.