ROCHESTER → SEN
Rochester to London Southend taxi.
Door to terminal from Rochester: about 41 miles, typically 50 – 1 hr 10. Fixed price agreed in advance, with pickups 24 hours a day.
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Open 24/7Your journey from Rochester to Southend
From Rochester, London Southend is about 41 miles by road, usually 50 – 1 hr 10 door to terminal. It's the second-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Rochester. That's around 25 minutes quicker than from Sheerness.
The usual route is the 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.
- Rochester High StreetThe historic centre near the castle and cathedral
- Rochester stationMeet us at the station if you're arriving by train
- Borstal & the riversideHomes towards the Medway Bridge
- Residential areasIncluding Delce, Warren Wood and Davis Estate
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 ROCHESTER
Compare your options.
| Airport | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 28 mi | 35 – 55 min | No |
| London Southend | 41 mi | 50 – 1 hr 10 | Yes |
| London Gatwick | 46 mi | 55 – 1 hr 15 | No |
| London Stansted | 55 mi | 55 – 1 hr 25 | Yes |
| London Luton | 68 mi | 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 45 | Yes |
| London Heathrow | 71 mi | 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 45 | No |
| Southampton Airport | 114 mi | 2 hr 10 – 2 hr 40 | No |
| Norwich Airport | 133 mi | 2 hr 40 – 3 hr 20 | Yes |
| Birmingham Airport | 148 mi | 2 hr 50 – 3 hr 35 | Yes |
| East Midlands Airport | 152 mi | 2 hr 50 – 3 hr 35 | Yes |
| Bristol Airport | 169 mi | 3 hr 20 – 4 hr 15 | No |
| Manchester Airport | 224 mi | 4 hr 30 – 5 hr 40 | Yes |
Southend from nearby
- London Southend taxis from SheppeyTaxis to London Southend from every town we serve; from Sheerness it's about 62 miles, typically 1 hr 15 – 1 hr 35.
- Chatham to London Southend taxiAbout 42 miles, typically 55 – 1 hr 15, 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.
- Airport taxi RochesterAirport transfers from Rochester (ME1) with measured journey times to all six London airports, pickup points and local tips.
Airport travel guides
- Which London airport is best from Sheppey?The six London airports compared from Sheppey on distance, time and the Dartford Crossing.
- Flying from Rochester: Which London Airport Is Easiest?Which London airport is easiest from Rochester? Measured distances, typical taxi times and which routes use the Dartford Crossing, compared for all six London airports.
- Why take a taxi to the airport instead of driving?Airport parking, drop-off charges, the Dartford Crossing and tiredness: the case for a pre-booked airport taxi from Sheppey.
- When should you book an airport taxi from Sheerness?How far ahead to book, and how to work out your pickup time for each London airport.
- How to get from Sheerness to Gatwick, Heathrow & StanstedRoutes, distances and typical journey times by taxi, and how they compare with the train.
- Airport pickups in Blue Town, Mile Town & Marine TownHow airport pickups work in Sheerness's three districts, with journey times from each.
FAQ
Rochester to Southend questions.
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How long is a taxi from Rochester to London Southend?
Usually 50 – 1 hr 10 for the 41-mile drive via the A2, Dartford Crossing (A282), A13 and A127, depending on traffic.
How far is London Southend from Rochester?
About 41 miles by road. It's the second-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Rochester.
Does the route from Rochester 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 Rochester for a flight from Southend?
As a starting point, leave about 3 hr 30 before a short-haul departure, or 4 hr 30 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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