Bus 2A route
Route stops
31 stops • 1 direction
- Southend Travel Centre
- Whitegate Road
- Southchurch Road
- Nicholson House
- Southchurch Avenue cnr
- Christchurch Road
- Ilfracombe Road
- Surbiton Road
- The White Horse PH
- Arlington Road
- Wick Chase
- The Thorpe Bay School
- Bournes Green Roundabout
- Bournes Green Roundabout
- Burlescoombe Road
- Barnstaple Road
- Thorpe Bay Railway Station
- Marcus Avenue
- Thorpedene Library
- Thorpedene School
- Shoebury Sports Centre
- Shoebury Park
- Shoebury Asda
- Herongate
- Hermes Way
- The Renown
- Picasso Way
- Blackgate Road
- Southchurch Avenue turn
- Shoeburyness Railway Station
- Shoeburyness East Beach
Route map

Common Questions About This Route
We've gathered all the essentials based on open data. Straight answers to the questions people ask most often.What number is assigned to this route?
Route number is 2A. Remember it—the number stays the same everywhere: on the stop display, in apps, on the vehicle itself. Look for 2A specifically. If you're not sure you found the right stop, just ask someone nearby: 'Does bus 2A stop here?'
Where does bus #2A run?
This route serves the Southend-on-Sea (UK) region. In larger metro areas, routes can pass through several districts or towns. To know for sure if it works for you, pull up the route map and check the key stops and direction.
What's the first stop?
Starting point is Southend Travel Centre. Usually at the first stop there's a turnaround or layover space where drivers rest between runs. If you want to guarantee a seat, get on here—the vehicle is just starting out and still mostly empty.
What's the last stop?
Final stop is Shoeburyness East Beach. Everyone gets off here, the vehicle turns around and heads back after a few minutes. Missed your stop? No big deal—just ride to the end and come back on the same route.
Who's the official operator?
Operator is Arriva Herts & Essex. This is the official company responsible for the route. If you run into problems (rude driver, breakdown, dirty vehicle, delays)—contact them. It helps to note the time, direction, and route number—makes your complaint more specific and gets handled faster. Contact info is usually on the company website or in transit apps.
Which transit system does it belong to?
This route is part of the 'Arriva Herts & Essex' transit system. Within one network, payment and transfer rules are often consistent. Terms can differ though, so check current fares and payment methods in up-to-date sources before your trip.
Additional Route Information
Arriva Bus 2A: Southend Travel Centre => Shoeburyness East Beach
Reference
2A
Origin
Southend Travel Centre
Destination
Shoeburyness East Beach
Route network
Arriva Herts & Essex
Operator
Arriva Herts & Essex
Quick overview
Explore the bus 2A route in Southend-on-Sea (UK). 1 direction, 31 stops, and an interactive route map available in one place.
Data source
The data is obtained from open sources and may contain inaccuracies. Route information is updated regularly.
