🚌 Bus from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre
4 direct routes · about 67 min · first bus 06:20, last bus 23:30 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 | First Essex | ~67 min | 73 | 06:20 | 23:30 | Bus Station (Stand 3) |
| X10 | First Essex | ~70 min | 31 | 06:13 | 22:47 | Hospital (Stand 2) |
| 351 | First Essex | ~85 min | 11 | 06:50 | 17:25 | Bus Station (Stand 6) |
| 561 | First Essex | ~99 min | 2 | 15:45 | 15:50 | St John Payne School (o/s) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Chelmsford 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 to Basildon Town Centre?
4 routes run directly from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre: the 300 (First Essex), the X10 (First Essex), the 351 (First Essex), the 561 (First Essex).
How long does the bus take from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre?
Around 67 minutes on the 300, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 300) leaves around 06:20 and the last around 23:30. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Chelmsford to Basildon Town Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.