London Southend Airport is a small, friendly airport on the Essex coast, popular for holiday flights because it is so quick to get through. The catch for Epsom travellers is distance: by train it means London, a change at Liverpool Street and the line out to Southend Airport station. A taxi from Epsom to Southend takes you there in one go.
A saloon from central Epsom costs from £139, fixed at booking. It is around 61 miles, usually 1 hr 25 min.
Epsom to Southend prices
| Vehicle | Passengers | Large cases | One way |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saloon Toyota Camry or similar | 4 | 2 | £139 |
| Estate Toyota estate or similar | 4 | 4 | £159 |
| Executive Saloon Mercedes-Benz E/S-Class or similar | 3 | 2 | £199 |
| MPV Large people carrier or similar | 6 | 4 | £179 |
| MPV 8 Seater Volkswagen Multivan or similar | 8 | 8 | £219 |
| First Class Mercedes-Benz S-Class or similar | 3 | 2 | £319 |
| BMW i7 Chauffeur BMW i7 fully electric | 3 | 2 | £349 |
The route
The driver heads east on the M25 from junction 8, crosses the Thames at Dartford and follows the A13 or A127 through Essex to the airport. The Dartford Crossing is the one place where traffic can build up, so for morning flights we leave extra time. The fare you are quoted is fixed, whichever route the driver takes.
A small airport, a quick drop-off
Southend has one compact terminal with the drop-off right outside, and the walk from the car to check-in is short. That makes it a relaxed start for families with young children.
Why fly from Southend?
Many people in Surrey never think of Southend, but it can be worth it. Fares on some holiday routes are competitive, the terminal is rarely crowded, and it is quick to get from the car to the gate. The longer drive from Epsom is the trade-off, and that is where a fixed-price taxi helps: you know the total cost of getting there before you book your flight.
Space for luggage and families
Holiday luggage takes room. Each vehicle on the booking form shows how many large suitcases it holds. For two adults with two large cases and hand luggage, a saloon is fine. With children, pushchairs or more bags, choose an estate or an MPV. Child seats are fitted before you set off. Just tell us how many you need when you book.
Coming home
Add your flight number for the return, and the driver will meet you just outside arrivals. Book both journeys together and the return is 5% cheaper.
From the towns around Epsom
We pick up for Southend from every town in our area. Prices are from each town centre.
| Route | Distance | Time | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Epsom to Heathrow Airport | 29 miles | 40 minutes | £59 |
| Epsom to Gatwick Airport | 20 miles | 35 minutes | £59 |
| Epsom to Stansted Airport | 73 miles | 1 hr 25 min | £159 |
| Epsom to Luton Airport | 57 miles | 1 hr 15 min | £129 |
| Epsom to London City Airport | 49 miles | 1 hr 15 min | £109 |
| Epsom to Southend Airport | 61 miles | 1 hr 25 min | £139 |
