🚌 Bus from Southchurch to Rayleigh
2 direct routes · about 66 min · first bus 06:19, last bus 18:01 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Arriva Herts and Essex | ~66 min | 44 | 06:19 | 18:01 | Lifstan Way (W-bound) |
| 8 | Arriva Herts and Essex | ~66 min | 21 | 07:25 | 17:40 | Lifstan Way (W-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Southchurch 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 Southchurch to Rayleigh?
2 routes run directly from Southchurch to Rayleigh: the 7 (Arriva Herts and Essex), the 8 (Arriva Herts and Essex).
How long does the bus take from Southchurch to Rayleigh?
Around 66 minutes on the 7, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Southchurch to Rayleigh?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 7) leaves around 06:19 and the last around 18:01. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Southchurch to Rayleigh?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.