Hemel Hempstead to South Benfleet: Road Trip Guide & Distance

45.4 miles 73.1 km · straight line
59 miles estimated 95 km · driving distance
1h 11min estimated drive time
£9 - £11 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
107° ESE bearing direction

How far is Hemel Hempstead from South Benfleet?

The distance from Hemel Hempstead to South Benfleet is 45.4 miles (73.1 km) as the crow flies. South Benfleet is located ESE of Hemel Hempstead. By car, the driving distance is approximately 59 miles, taking about 1h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Hemel Hempstead and South Benfleet. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Hemel Hempstead to South Benfleet

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 11min £9 - £11 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 25min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Hemel Hempstead & South Benfleet

Quick Facts

Hemel Hempstead
51.75°N, 0.45°W
Europe/London
138m 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 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 548.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients