🚌 Bus from Chelmsford City Centre to Rayleigh
3 direct routes · about 24 min · first bus 03:55, last bus 03:01 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X30 | First Essex | ~24 min | 68 | 03:55 | 03:01 | Bus Station (Stand 2) |
| 3 | First Essex | ~45 min | 7 | 07:25 | 17:30 | Bus Station (Stand 2) |
| 8A | Central Connect | ~43 min | 2 | 10:30 | 13:30 | Retail Market (Stop 2) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Chelmsford City Centre 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 Chelmsford City Centre to Rayleigh?
3 routes run directly from Chelmsford City Centre to Rayleigh: the X30 (First Essex), the 3 (First Essex), the 8A (Central Connect).
How long does the bus take from Chelmsford City Centre to Rayleigh?
Around 24 minutes on the X30, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Chelmsford City Centre to Rayleigh?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X30) leaves around 03:55 and the last around 03:01. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Chelmsford City Centre to Rayleigh?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.