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

5.8 miles 9.3 km · straight line
7.2 miles actual route 11.6 km · driving distance
16min estimated drive time
£1 - £1 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
125° SE bearing direction

How far is Rayleigh from Southend-on-Sea?

The distance from Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea is 5.8 miles (9.3 km) as the crow flies. Southend-on-Sea is located SE of Rayleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 7.2 miles, taking about 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh to Southend-on-Sea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16min £1 - £1 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Rayleigh & Southend-on-Sea

Quick Facts

Rayleigh
51.59°N, 0.60°E
Europe/London
67m 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 2 hours of non-stop walking
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM