🚌 Bus from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea
2 direct routes · about 12 min · first bus 06:08, last bus 18:57 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Arriva Herts and Essex | ~12 min | 26 | 06:08 | 18:57 | Golden Cross Post Office (o/s) |
| 7 | Arriva Herts and Essex | ~9 min | 12 | 08:19 | 19:49 | Roche Avenue (adj) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Rochford 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 Rochford to Southend-on-Sea?
2 routes run directly from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea: the 8 (Arriva Herts and Essex), the 7 (Arriva Herts and Essex).
How long does the bus take from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea?
Around 12 minutes on the 8, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 8) leaves around 06:08 and the last around 18:57. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Rochford to Southend-on-Sea?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.