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

126 miles 202.7 km · straight line
160 miles actual route 257.5 km · driving distance
3h 8min estimated drive time
£24 - £30 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
140° SE bearing direction

How far is Nottingham from Southend-on-Sea?

The distance from Nottingham to Southend-on-Sea is 126 miles (202.7 km) as the crow flies. Southend-on-Sea is located SE of Nottingham. By car, the driving distance is approximately 160 miles, taking about 3h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Southend-on-Sea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 8min £24 - £30 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 46min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~2h 59min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Nottingham & Southend-on-Sea

Quick Facts

Nottingham
52.95°N, 1.16°W
Europe/London
52m 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 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 197.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM