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

78.4 miles 126.1 km · straight line
104.2 miles actual route 167.7 km · driving distance
2h 19min estimated drive time
£16 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Lowestoft from Southend-on-Sea?

The distance from Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea is 78.4 miles (126.1 km) as the crow flies. Southend-on-Sea is located SW of Lowestoft. By car, the driving distance is approximately 104.2 miles, taking about 2h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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 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 Lowestoft to Southend-on-Sea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 19min £16 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 47min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 12min $13–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lowestoft & Southend-on-Sea

Quick Facts

Lowestoft
52.48°N, 1.75°E
Europe/London
7m 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 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 317.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM