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08/12/2025
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Southend-on-Sea to Dartford by bus

The journey from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford by bus is 22.28 mi and takes 2 hrs 39 mins. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:35 and the last at 19:25. It is possible to travel from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford by bus for as little as £9.96 or as much as £45.66. The best price for this journey is £9.96.

Lowest Price £9.96
Journey Duration 2 hrs 39 mins
Connection per Day 3
Lowest Price £9.96
Highest Price £45.66
First Departure 06:35
Last Departure 19:25
Distance 22.28 mi
Departure Southend-on-Sea
Arrival Dartford
Carriers National Express, Eurolines

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford

The cheapest Southend-on-Sea - Dartford bus tickets can be found for as low as £14.87 if you’re lucky, or £17.09 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £23.16.

Find the best day to travel to Dartford by bus

When travelling to Dartford by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board National Express, Eurolines and C2c from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford
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Southend-on-Sea to Dartford CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
2.51kg
Bus
2.69kg
Flight
7.17kg
Car
5.74kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford?
A bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford is £25.84. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £9.96.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford is £9.96. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Southend-on-Sea and Dartford by bus?
Southend-on-Sea to Dartford is 22.28 mi.
How long does the bus between Southend-on-Sea and Dartford take?
Southend-on-Sea to Dartford is on average 2 hrs 39 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 0 hrs 2 mins.
Which companies operate from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford?
The bus journey from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: National Express, Eurolines and c2c.
How many bus connections per day go from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford?
Southend-on-Sea to Dartford has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford leave?
The earliest bus from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford departs at 06:35. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford depart?
The latest bus from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford departs at 19:25. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is £9.96 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from Southend-on-Sea to go to Dartford.
What's the fastest journey time between Southend-on-Sea to Dartford by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Southend-on-Sea and Dartford is 0 hrs 2 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Dartford.
What are the CO2 emissions for Southend-on-Sea to Dartford by bus?
The bus journey from Southend-on-Sea to Dartford creates 2.69kg of CO2 emissions.

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