4 Nth Shoebury, The R ↔ Southend Travel Cen

Operated by First Essex. First bus 09:37, last bus 18:03. 6 journeys on weekdays.

The 4 is confirmed in the national fare cap — single fares cost at most £3 until 31 Dec 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027. Source: GOV.UK. Details →

Timetable

Times are shown at the route's main timing stops — buses serve all stops in between. For times at your exact stop, open the stop's own page.

4 towards Southend Travel Cen — Monday to Friday (3 journeys)
The Renown (o/s) 10:0314:0318:03
Shoebury Asda (at) 10:0514:0518:05
Bournes Green Roundabout (W-bound) 10:1114:1118:11
The White Horse PH (W-bound) 10:1314:1318:13
Travel Centre (Stop F) 10:1814:1818:18

Route map

All stops on route 4

Service history & registered changes

From official Traffic Commissioner registrations. All service changes →

Towns & areas on this route

Frequently asked questions

What time is the first 4 bus?

The first 4 departure on weekdays leaves at 09:37 (check the full timetable below for your stop, as times vary along the route — weekend times can differ).

What time is the last 4 bus?

The last 4 on weekdays leaves its first stop at 18:03. Always check the timetable for your specific stop — later stops are reached after this time.

How much does the 4 bus cost?

The 4 is confirmed by GOV.UK as part of the national fare cap, so a single costs at most £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027. First Essex day and weekly tickets can work out cheaper if you travel more than twice a day.

Who runs the 4 bus?

The 4 is operated by First Essex.

Timetable data from the operator via the DfT Bus Open Data Service. Check before you travel — services can change at short notice.