Southend Travel Centre – Chelmsford Bus Station

Frequently asked questions about the X30

What time is the first and last X30 bus?

The first X30 of the day departs at 00:50 and the last one departs at 23:55. These are the scheduled departure times of the first and last journeys, which may start from either end of the route — check the timetable above for times at your own stop.

Does the X30 bus run at weekends?

Yes. The X30 runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Sunday and bank holiday timetables are usually less frequent than weekdays, so check the times above before travelling.

Where does the X30 bus go?

The X30 runs between Southend Travel Centre and Chelmsford Bus Station, via Rayleigh and Leigh-on-Sea. The full list of stops in each direction is shown above.

Who operates the X30 bus?

The X30 is operated by First Essex. For tickets, fares, lost property or complaints about a journey you need to contact them directly — we're an independent service and can't help with those.