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

12.5 miles 20.1 km · straight line
45.6 miles actual route 73.4 km · driving distance
1h 2min estimated drive time
£7 - £9 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
35° NE bearing direction

How far is Gillingham from Southend-on-Sea?

The distance from Gillingham to Southend-on-Sea is 12.5 miles (20.1 km) as the crow flies. Southend-on-Sea is located NE of Gillingham. By car, the driving distance is approximately 45.6 miles, taking about 1h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. 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 Gillingham 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 Gillingham to Southend-on-Sea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 2min £7 - £9 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Gillingham & Southend-on-Sea

Quick Facts

Gillingham
51.39°N, 0.55°E
Europe/London
31m 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 4 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM