Seasiders Zone
Unlimited Day Travel Across part of the Central Connect Network
Discover the best of Essex with the Central Connect Seasiders Ticket – your all-in-one day pass for unlimited travel across the entire North Essex portion of the Central Connect network.
Where Can You Travel?
The Seasiders Ticket covers a wide area of Essex, making it ideal for both regular journeys and day trips. You can use it to travel across:
- Clacton-on-Sea
- Colchester
- Braintree
- Maldon
- Bradwell-on-Sea
- Bures
- Manningtree
- Harwich
- Halstead
- Kelvedon
- Great Yeldham
- Hedingham
- Plus many smaller towns and rural villages throughout the region
From the coast to the countryside, from busy market towns and cities to quiet rural stops, the Seasiders Ticket lets you explore more for less.
Ticket Information
What’s included:
- Unlimited travel on Central Connect services throughout the North Essex region
- Valid all day on the date of purchase
Perfect for:
- Day trips and leisure travel
- Shopping or visiting family and friends
- Exploring new places across Essex
Prices
Standard Tickets
| Ticket Type | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Day | £7.60 | Valid for one day |
| Adult Weekly | £26.00 | Valid for 7 consecutive days |
| Adult 30 Day | £78.00 (one-off) | One-time purchase |
| 5-19 Day | £5.70 | Valid for one day |
| Group Day | £11.90 | Up to 5 people (max 2 adults) |
Student & Young Person Tickets
ID verification is required for all tickets in this category.
University Students
| Ticket Type | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Day | £75.00 (one-off) | One-time purchase |
School & College Students (5-19)
| Ticket Type | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Day | £59.00 (one-off) | One-time purchase |
| Term 1 Pass | £279.00 | Valid 1 Sep – 19 Dec 2025 Includes weekends & holidays Seasiders zone only Excludes routes 43C, 95A, 901/2/3, D1 |
| 3-Term Pass (Full Year) | £700.00 | Valid 1 Sep 2025 – 20 Jul 2026 Includes weekends & holidays Seasiders zone only Excludes routes 43C, 95A, 901/2/3, D1 |
For the latest prices, check the Central Connect mobile app or ask your driver.
How to Buy
- On board from your driver using contactless or cash
- On the Central Connect for convenience and faster boarding
Start Exploring Essex
Whether you're visiting the coast at Clacton, enjoying the riverside at Maldon, wandering the streets of Colchester, or heading out to Harwich or Bradwell-on-Sea, the Seasiders Ticket gives you the freedom to travel across the whole area with ease.
No need to worry about individual fares or multiple tickets – just hop on and go.