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Your journeys mean everything to us, but we’ve been on our own journey too. We know bus isn’t always perfect, but we’ve been listening to our communities, and making changes for the better. Find out more.

Your journeys mean everything to us, but we’ve been on our own journey too. We know bus isn’t always perfect, but we’ve been listening to our communities, and making changes for the better. Find out more.
Due to the A12 Northbound closure between Witham & Kelvedon, our services will divert as the following:
Newland Street, Witham High Street, The George Pub, Collingwood Road, B1018, Braintree, A120, Marks Farm Roundabout until Marks Tey.
The following services are experiencing unexpected disruption on 02/03/2026 >>
3
13:10 Chelmsford Bus Station -> Southend-on-Sea - This departure is likely to be significantly delayed as there is an obstruction on-route - delaying previous journey.
SOUTH ESSEX - ALL ROUTES
The A13 / A130 slip road (to Sadlers Farm Roundabout) is obstructed. SOUTH ESSEX - ALL ROUTES are all likely to experience significant delays due to increased traffic in and around the area.
300
Due to significant traffic on-route. The 300 has been placed on diversion to retain route punctuality.
Towards Chelmsford: The 300 is diverting via Broadmayne, Ghyllgrove and Cranes Farm Road. The following bus stops will not be served: Roundacre.
Towards Basildon: Normal line of route. All bus stops served.
MARCH 2026 MERSEA HIGH TIDES ->
Last updated at 16:26