🚌 Bus from Basildon to South Benfleet
2 direct routes · about 22 min · first bus 04:00, last bus 14:57 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | First Essex | ~22 min | 146 | 04:00 | 14:57 | Bus Station (Stand P) |
| 22 | First Essex | ~24 min | 59 | 05:40 | 20:15 | Bus Station (Stand M) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Basildon on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Basildon to South Benfleet?
2 routes run directly from Basildon to South Benfleet: the 28 (First Essex), the 22 (First Essex).
How long does the bus take from Basildon to South Benfleet?
Around 22 minutes on the 28, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Basildon to South Benfleet?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 28) leaves around 04:00 and the last around 14:57. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Basildon to South Benfleet?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.