🚌 Bus from Brentwood to Basildon
4 direct routes · about 38 min · first bus 05:56, last bus 18:04 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 351 | First Essex | ~38 min | 12 | 05:56 | 18:04 | Mountnessing Sch (o/s) |
| 251 | Central Connect | ~41 min | 8 | 09:10 | 19:10 | Eagle Way (SE-bound) |
| 49 | NIBSbuses | ~39 min | 1 | 15:10 | 15:10 | Shenfield School (inside) |
| SM001 | CVS Ltd | ~22 min | 1 | 15:13 | 15:13 | St Martins School (o/s) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Brentwood 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 Brentwood to Basildon?
4 routes run directly from Brentwood to Basildon: the 351 (First Essex), the 251 (Central Connect), the 49 (NIBSbuses), the SM001 (CVS Ltd).
How long does the bus take from Brentwood to Basildon?
Around 38 minutes on the 351, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Brentwood to Basildon?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 351) leaves around 05:56 and the last around 18:04. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Brentwood to Basildon?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.