LEYSDOWN-ON-SEA → SEN
Leysdown-on-Sea to London Southend taxi.
Door to terminal from Leysdown-on-Sea: about 66 miles, typically 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 40. Fixed price agreed in advance, with pickups 24 hours a day.
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Open 24/7Your journey from Leysdown-on-Sea to Southend
From Leysdown-on-Sea, London Southend is about 66 miles by road, usually 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 40 door to terminal. It's the third-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Leysdown-on-Sea. That's around 5 minutes longer than from Sheerness, because Leysdown-on-Sea is further east on the island.
The usual route is the A2500, A249, M2, A2, Dartford Crossing (A282), A13 and A127. Because it crosses the Thames at Dartford, timing matters: queues build quickly at busy times, so we always build in a margin.
Southend's single terminal is right next to Southend Airport station, and it's one of the quickest airports in the country to get through. The road trip is longer than the map suggests because there's no estuary crossing, so you go round via Dartford.
PICKUP & DROP-OFF
From your door to Southend
At London Southend
We drop you at the terminal entrance; the airport is small, so it's a short walk to check-in.
- Leysdown seafrontThe main road along the front and the streets behind it
- Holiday parksWe collect from all the main parks and caravan sites
- Shellness RoadHomes and holiday properties towards Shellness
- Leysdown villageResidential streets away from the seafront
GOOD TO KNOW
Tips for Southend
- There's no crossing over the estuary, so Southend is reached via Dartford, which is further than it looks.
- The terminal is compact and quick to get through.
- Allow extra time for the Dartford Crossing at busy times.
OTHER AIRPORTS FROM LEYSDOWN-ON-SEA
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| Airport | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 53 mi | 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25 | No |
| London Gatwick | 61 mi | 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 35 | No |
| London Southend | 66 mi | 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 40 | Yes |
| London Stansted | 80 mi | 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 55 | Yes |
| London Heathrow | 86 mi | 1 hr 40 – 2 hr 5 | No |
| London Luton | 93 mi | 1 hr 45 – 2 hr 15 | Yes |
| Southampton Airport | 130 mi | 2 hr 30 – 3 hr 5 | No |
| Norwich Airport | 158 mi | 3 hr 10 – 4 hr | Yes |
| Birmingham Airport | 173 mi | 3 hr 20 – 4 hr 10 | Yes |
| East Midlands Airport | 177 mi | 3 hr 20 – 4 hr 10 | Yes |
| Bristol Airport | 185 mi | 3 hr 40 – 4 hr 40 | No |
| Manchester Airport | 249 mi | 5 hr – 6 hr 15 | Yes |
Southend from nearby
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- Eastchurch to London Southend taxiAbout 63 miles, typically 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 35, via the Dartford Crossing. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Sheerness to London Southend taxiAbout 62 miles, typically 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 35, via the Dartford Crossing. Fixed price, 24/7.
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FAQ
Leysdown-on-Sea to Southend questions.
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How long is a taxi from Leysdown-on-Sea to London Southend?
Usually 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 40 for the 66-mile drive via the A2500, A249, M2, A2, Dartford Crossing (A282), A13 and A127, depending on traffic.
How far is London Southend from Leysdown-on-Sea?
About 66 miles by road. It's the third-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Leysdown-on-Sea.
Does the route from Leysdown-on-Sea to Southend use the Dartford Crossing?
Yes. The route crosses the Thames at Dartford, which is where most delays happen. With us, any crossing charge is part of the agreed fare.
What time should I leave Leysdown-on-Sea for a flight from Southend?
As a starting point, leave about 4 hr before a short-haul departure, or 5 hr before long-haul. We'll confirm the exact pickup time when you book.
Is Southend Airport close to Sheppey?
It's close as the crow flies, but there's no bridge across the estuary, so by road it goes round via the Dartford Crossing.
Is the price fixed?
Yes. The fare is agreed when you book, so traffic and delays on the day don't change what you pay.
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