First Essex operates the Service 13/13A/13B bus service which travels between Wickford and Chelmsford; a convenient route for students travelling to and from school in Chelmsford.

The service operates, at school opening and closure times, Monday to Friday. The current 13/13A/13B timetable can be found here


Tickets:

We offer a ticket type which is calculated in-line with the school calendar year (and school opening and closure times). The price of this service can be discounted with the purchase of bulk travel.

  • Wickford/Downham/Ramsden Heath to Chelmsford Schools

We have you covered for the academic year 2024/2025:

Annual*:

Valid 2th September 2024 to 22nd July 2025; providing travel on Service 13/13A/13B between Wickford and Chelmsford Schools (Monday to Friday). *Please note. you will receive one ticket which will be valid for the 2024/2025 academic year.

Term:

Autumn Term: 2nd September 2024 to 20th December 2024 

Spring Term: 6th January 2025 to 4th April 2025 

Summer Term: Valid 22nd April 2025 to 22nd July 2025 

All prices exclude half-term breaks and school holidays. 

If a student travels without a valid bus pass they will be asked to pay the on-bus fare with cash.


Where to buy:

Select and purchase your ticket via our website.

Your ticket is now issued as a travel card (utilising smart card technology). For all your travel card FAQS, please visit: www.firstbus.co.uk/essex/smart

The ticket will be pre-loaded, on the travel card, and dispatched in the next available post (1st class delivery).

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