Portsmouth, United Kingdom to Southend-on-Sea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

93.4 miles 150.3 km · straight line
120.9 miles actual route 194.5 km · driving distance
2h 23min estimated drive time
£18 - £23 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
56° NE bearing direction

How far is Portsmouth, United Kingdom from Southend-on-Sea?

The distance from Portsmouth, United Kingdom to Southend-on-Sea is 93.4 miles (150.3 km) as the crow flies. Southend-on-Sea is located NE of Portsmouth, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120.9 miles, taking about 2h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. 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 Portsmouth, United Kingdom 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 Portsmouth, United Kingdom to Southend-on-Sea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 23min £18 - £23 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 52min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 16min $15–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Portsmouth, United Kingdom & Southend-on-Sea

Quick Facts

Portsmouth, United Kingdom
50.80°N, 1.09°W
Europe/London
6m 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 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 266.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM