Braintree to Southend-on-Sea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

24.5 miles 39.5 km · straight line
33.1 miles actual route 53.2 km · driving distance
49min estimated drive time
£5 - £6 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
164° SSE bearing direction

How far is Braintree from Southend-on-Sea?

The distance from Braintree to Southend-on-Sea is 24.5 miles (39.5 km) as the crow flies. Southend-on-Sea is located SSE of Braintree. By car, the driving distance is approximately 33.1 miles, taking about 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Braintree and Southend-on-Sea. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Braintree to Southend-on-Sea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 49min £5 - £6 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Braintree & Southend-on-Sea

Quick Facts

Braintree
51.88°N, 0.55°E
Europe/London
68m elevation
Southend-on-Sea
51.54°N, 0.71°E
Europe/London
31m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM