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28 Bus Times – Southend-on-Sea ↔ Basildon Town Centre
13:32
2 minBus Station 14:4513:35
5 minBus Station 14:4713:39
9 minBus Station 14:5113:44
14 minBus Station 14:5613:47
17 minBus Station 14:5913:53
23 minBus Station 15:05MON-FRI · 175 services00:00 — 23:30
The 28 bus runs between Southend-on-Sea and Basildon Town Centre, operated by First Bus. This route has 59 stops.
Number 28 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Customer ServiceMonday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Accessibility: Buses have low-floor access and designated wheelchair spaces where wheelchair users have priority. Recognised assistance animals travel free, buggies and pushchairs go in designated zones, and folding bicycles are allowed.
Fares & Tickets
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No more than 3 on most routes across England from 1 January 2025
Passes through:
Southend-on-SeaWestcliff-on-SeaChalkwellLeigh-on-SeaHadleighSouth BenfleetBowers GiffordPitseaBasildonVangeBasildon Town Centre
Where does the 28 bus stop?
The 28 serves 59 stops passing through Southend-on-Sea, Westcliff-on-Sea, Chalkwell, Leigh-on-Sea, Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Bowers Gifford, Pitsea, Basildon, Vange and Basildon Town Centre. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 28 run on weekends?
Yes, the 28 runs on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 28?
Most First Bus services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with First Bus for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 28 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 28. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact First Bus to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · www.firstbus.co.uk for operator information · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: FABD, FYOR, FWYO, FBRA, FLDS, FHUD, FHAL, FSYO, FMAN, FLEI, FSMR, FECS, FESX, FDOR, RRAR, FTVA, FHAM, FBRI, FCWL, FBOS, FPOT, FCYM, FGLA
Valid from 26 Jul 2026 to 29 Aug 2026
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: Today
This route serves 59 bus stops across 11 areas.