Colchester to South Benfleet: Road Trip Guide & Distance

27.5 miles 44.3 km · straight line
38.2 miles actual route 61.5 km · driving distance
48min estimated drive time
£6 - £7 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Colchester from South Benfleet?

The distance from Colchester to South Benfleet is 27.5 miles (44.3 km) as the crow flies. South Benfleet is located SSW of Colchester. By car, the driving distance is approximately 38.2 miles, taking about 48min. 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Colchester and South Benfleet. 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 Colchester to South Benfleet

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 48min £6 - £7 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Colchester & South Benfleet

Quick Facts

Colchester
51.89°N, 0.90°E
Europe/London
29m elevation
South Benfleet
51.55°N, 0.56°E
Europe/London
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 9 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 904.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM