Bus from Southend-on-Sea to London
1 direct route · about 93 min · first bus 07:16, last bus 18:16 (weekdays).
Next buses to London as of 06:56
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Southend-on-Sea, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X2 | Ensignbus | ~93 min | 12 | Saturdays only | 07:16 | 18:16 | Whitegate Road (Stop VS) | Upminster Station Forecourt (Stop E) | Hadleigh, South Benfleet, North Benfleet & Basildon |
Times are for the first boarding point in Southend-on-Sea on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every X2 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Southend-on-Sea to London?
The X2 (Ensignbus) runs directly from Southend-on-Sea to London. Board at Whitegate Road (Stop VS) and get off at Upminster Station Forecourt (Stop E); the journey takes about 93 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Southend-on-Sea to London?
Around 93 minutes on the X2, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Hadleigh, South Benfleet, North Benfleet, Basildon on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Southend-on-Sea to London?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 07:16 and the last around 18:16. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Southend-on-Sea to London?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.