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Harlow to Southend-on-Sea buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Harlow and Southend-on-Sea takes 2h 15m and the fastest bus takes 1h 48m. The bus service runs several times per day from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 15m
Duration
40 mi
Distance
£6
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Harlow to Southend-on-Sea bus times

Buses run twice daily between Harlow and Southend-on-Sea. The earliest departure is at 8:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harlow is at 10:59 PM which arrives into Southend-on-Sea at 2:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    First EssexFirst Essex2h 48m • 1 change
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    First EssexFirst Essex2h 50m • 1 change
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    First EssexFirst Essex2h 49m • 1 change
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    First EssexFirst Essex2h 48m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Harlow to Southend-on-Sea.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 40.2 mi
  • Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Harlow, Essex, England and Southend-on-Sea, England?

You can take a bus from Burnt Mill School to Travel Centre via Bus Station in around 2h 7m.

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