Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Ipswich from Southend-on-Sea?
The distance from Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea is 40.6 miles (65.4 km) as the crow flies. Southend-on-Sea is located SSW of Ipswich. By car, the driving distance is approximately 58.2 miles, taking about 1h 13min. 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. 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 Ipswich 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 Ipswich to Southend-on-Sea
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 14 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
- You could travel this distance about 612.8 times to circle the Earth's equator