SITTINGBOURNE → SEN
Sittingbourne to London Southend taxi.
Door to terminal from Sittingbourne: about 55 miles, typically 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25. Fixed price agreed in advance, with pickups 24 hours a day.
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From Sittingbourne, London Southend is about 55 miles by road, usually 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25 door to terminal. It's the third-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Sittingbourne. That's around 10 minutes quicker than from Sheerness.
The usual route is the 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.
- Sittingbourne town centreThe High Street and The Forum area
- Sittingbourne stationMeet us at the station if you're coming in by train
- Kent Science ParkBusiness travellers heading straight to a flight
- Estates around the townFrom Borden and Bapchild to the newer developments
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 SITTINGBOURNE
Compare your options.
| Airport | Distance | Typical time | Dartford |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 43 mi | 50 – 1 hr 10 | No |
| London Gatwick | 50 mi | 1 hr – 1 hr 20 | No |
| London Southend | 55 mi | 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25 | Yes |
| London Stansted | 69 mi | 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 40 | Yes |
| London Heathrow | 76 mi | 1 hr 25 – 1 hr 50 | No |
| London Luton | 82 mi | 1 hr 30 – 2 hr | Yes |
| Southampton Airport | 119 mi | 2 hr 15 – 2 hr 45 | No |
| Norwich Airport | 147 mi | 2 hr 55 – 3 hr 40 | Yes |
| Birmingham Airport | 162 mi | 3 hr 5 – 3 hr 50 | Yes |
| East Midlands Airport | 166 mi | 3 hr 5 – 3 hr 50 | Yes |
| Bristol Airport | 174 mi | 3 hr 25 – 4 hr 20 | No |
| Manchester Airport | 238 mi | 4 hr 45 – 5 hr 55 | Yes |
Southend from nearby
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- Iwade to London Southend taxiAbout 56 miles, typically 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25, via the Dartford Crossing. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Teynham to London Southend taxiAbout 59 miles, typically 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30, via the Dartford Crossing. Fixed price, 24/7.
- Queenborough to London Southend taxiAbout 60 miles, typically 1 hr 10 – 1 hr 30, 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
Sittingbourne to Southend questions.
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How long is a taxi from Sittingbourne to London Southend?
Usually 1 hr 5 – 1 hr 25 for the 55-mile drive via the A249, M2, A2, Dartford Crossing (A282), A13 and A127, depending on traffic.
How far is London Southend from Sittingbourne?
About 55 miles by road. It's the third-closest of the 12 airports we serve from Sittingbourne.
Does the route from Sittingbourne 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 Sittingbourne for a flight from Southend?
As a starting point, leave about 3 hr 45 before a short-haul departure, or 4 hr 45 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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