Octopus multi-operator tickets are issued and accepted on services operated by First Bus, Arriva, NIBS and Stephensons.

Octopus tickets are valid throughout the Southend, Rochford and Castle Point districts in the area bounded by the River Crouch in the North, the coast to the East and South, and Sadlers Farm Roundabout and the A1245 between Rettendon Turnpike and Carpenter’s Arms in the West.

Octopus tickets cannot be used on the following school services:

  • 500-599
  • 800-899 (except 725, 820, 822, 825 and 827 which the Octopus ticket is valid for use on.)
Prices from 29th March 2026 Ticket Type On-Bus
Adult Day £7
Adult Week £28
Adult 4Week £84
Child Day £5.20
Child Week £21
Child 4Week £63