Kingston upon Hull to Southend-on-Sea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

158.7 miles 255.4 km · straight line
207 miles actual route 333.1 km · driving distance
4h 6min estimated drive time
£31 - £39 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
163° SSE bearing direction

How far is Kingston upon Hull from Southend-on-Sea?

The distance from Kingston upon Hull to Southend-on-Sea is 158.7 miles (255.4 km) as the crow flies. Southend-on-Sea is located SSE of Kingston upon Hull. By car, the driving distance is approximately 207 miles, taking about 4h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Kingston upon Hull 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 Kingston upon Hull to Southend-on-Sea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 6min £31 - £39 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 55min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 54min $25–$72* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kingston upon Hull & Southend-on-Sea

Quick Facts

Kingston upon Hull
53.74°N, 0.34°W
Europe/London
8m 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 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 156.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM