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

101.4 miles 163.2 km · straight line
131.4 miles actual route 211.5 km · driving distance
2h 37min estimated drive time
£20 - £25 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
64° ENE bearing direction

How far is Southampton from Southend-on-Sea?

The distance from Southampton to Southend-on-Sea is 101.4 miles (163.2 km) as the crow flies. Southend-on-Sea is located ENE of Southampton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 131.4 miles, taking about 2h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. 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 Southampton 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 Southampton to Southend-on-Sea

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 37min £20 - £25 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 8min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 29min $16–$46* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Southampton & Southend-on-Sea

Quick Facts

Southampton
50.91°N, 1.40°W
Europe/London
0m 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 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 245.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM