X1
Southend-on-Sea ↔ Lakeside Bus Times
No service today · Showing Monday to Friday timetable
MONDAY TO FRIDAY · 11 services07:45 — 17:45
The X1 bus runs between Southend-on-Sea and Lakeside, operated by Ensign Bus. This route has 59 stops. Overcast and 16°C expected for the next bus at 07:45. Mild enough, though a light layer won't hurt.
Phone01708 86 56 56
Customer Service24 hours a day
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[email protected] Accessibility: All buses feature low floors and can kneel to the kerb. Designated areas accommodate buggies until full, at driver discretion.
Fares & Tickets
ContactlessCash
Ticket Types
One TripTwo TripsAll DayAdult WeekAdult 4 Week
Passes through:
Southend-on-SeaWestcliff-on-SeaChalkwellLeigh-on-SeaHadleighSouth BenfleetBowers GiffordPitseaBasildonBasildon Town CentreFobbingChafford HundredLakeside
Where does the X1 bus stop?
The X1 serves 59 stops passing through Southend-on-Sea, Westcliff-on-Sea, Chalkwell, Leigh-on-Sea, Hadleigh, South Benfleet, Bowers Gifford, Pitsea, Basildon, Basildon Town Centre, Fobbing, Chafford Hundred and Lakeside. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the X1 run on weekends?
Based on current timetables, the X1 runs on weekdays only. Contact Ensign Bus directly for information about seasonal or special weekend services.
Can I use a bus pass on the X1?
Child 5-15 week pass £25, 4-week £87.50 via First Bus App. Student 16-19 in full-time education week pass £27.50, 4-week £95 via First Bus App, valid ID required.
Does the X1 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the X1. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Ensign Bus to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data
NOC: ENSB
Valid from 26 Dec 2025
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 59 bus stops across 13 areas.