Lowestoft to South Benfleet: Road Trip Guide & Distance

81.4 miles 131 km · straight line
101.8 miles estimated 163.8 km · driving distance
2h 3min estimated drive time
£15 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
219° SW bearing direction

How far is Lowestoft from South Benfleet?

The distance from Lowestoft to South Benfleet is 81.4 miles (131 km) as the crow flies. South Benfleet is located SW of Lowestoft. By car, the driving distance is approximately 101.8 miles, taking about 2h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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 Lowestoft 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 Lowestoft to South Benfleet

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 3min £15 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 28min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 57min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lowestoft & South Benfleet

Quick Facts

Lowestoft
52.48°N, 1.75°E
Europe/London
7m 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 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 305.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients