
If you are looking for professional coach hire in Essex, Brian Jones Bus & Coach Hire is your trusted local partner for regional transport. Operating from our headquarters at 3 Canal Road, we provide a comprehensive range of transport services across Thurrock, Basildon, Southend, and the surrounding Essex districts. We also provide reliable bus hire in Essex, including high-capacity double-decker buses for school contracts, large-scale events, and corporate staff shuttles.
While we do not operate small 8-16 seat minibuses, our 31-seat executive midi-coaches are the ideal solution for customers searching for minibus hire in Essex who require more luggage space, superior comfort, and a professional driver. Whether you need a midi-coach for a day trip to the coast, a standard executive vehicle, or an 80-seat double-decker bus hire, we cater for any number of passengers. We also provide coach hire in Gravesend, Dartford, London and Medway.
Frequent operations across Essex enable efficient journey planning and reduced vehicle downtime. This supports competitively priced coach hire with consistent, professional service.
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We are a physical, local operator, not a broker. When you book with us, you are dealing directly with transport experts who understand the unique traffic logistics of Essex, from the Dartford Crossing and A13 corridor to the M25 and M11 junctions.
✔ Any Number of Passengers: We maintain a versatile fleet to accommodate everything from intimate private outings to large-scale mass transport.
✔ Diverse Fleet: Our range includes 31 to 40-seat midi-coaches, executive touring coaches, and our signature 80-seat double-decker bus hire.
✔ Expert Local Drivers: All our services are operated by professional, DBS-checked drivers who know the Essex and South East road networks intimately.
✔ 55 Years of Excellence: Since 1970, we have built a reputation for safety and reliability that national brokers cannot match.
We are the first choice for school coach hire in Essex, serving primary schools, secondary academies, and colleges throughout the county.
Educational Trips: Reliable transport for visits to Colchester Zoo, Lakeside, Mountfitchet Castle, and Central London museums.
Mass Capacity: Our 80-seat double-decker bus hire allows you to move an entire year group in one vehicle, significantly reducing transport costs for Essex schools.
Safety First: Every vehicle meets rigorous safety standards, providing total peace of mind for educators and parents.
Corporate Travel: Professional transport for businesses in Thurrock, Basildon, and Brentwood, providing staff shuttles and executive travel.
Wedding Bus Hire: Add a touch of heritage to your day with our modern fleet or our iconic vintage Routemaster bus hire.
Airport Coach Hire: Direct and stress-free transfers from Essex to Stansted, Southend, Gatwick, and Heathrow.
Do you provide transport for events at Lakeside or Southend?
Yes. We regularly provide transport for shopping trips to Lakeside and group days out to the Southend-on-Sea seafront.
What is the smallest coach available for hire?
Our smallest dedicated midi-coach is a 31-seater, which offers far more luxury and room for luggage than standard minibus hire in Essex.
Are your coaches ULEZ compliant?
Yes. Our modern fleet is fully compliant for travel between Essex and the London ULEZ zone without daily charges.
55 Years of Excellence • Catering for Any Group Size • Based in North Kent
Call our local team on 01474 329686.