Southend-on-Sea to Luton Airport Taxi and Private Transfer: Fares, Journey Time and Pickup
Planning a private transfer from Southend-on-Sea to Luton Airport? Below are the distance, the drive of about 1 h 20 min, the fixed fare for each vehicle and how pickup works.
The journey
The distance is about 67 miles (108 km). In normal traffic the drive takes about 1 hour 20 minutes; weekday rush hours, Friday afternoons and bank holiday weekends can add a good deal more. The A127 to the M25, then the M1 north to Luton.
About Southend-on-Sea
Luton offers many low-cost European routes that Southend’s own airport does not, which is why this cross-country journey is popular. Early-morning flights mean very early pickups – the roads are clear at that hour.
Fares by vehicle
- Economy Sedan (up to 4 passengers, 3 suitcases): from about £140
- First Class Sedan (4 passengers, 3 suitcases): about £216
- Standard Van (6 passengers, 4 suitcases): about £229
- First Class Van (6 passengers, 5 suitcases): about £417
- Minibus (up to 16 passengers, 10 suitcases): from about £463
Prices are per vehicle, not per person. The exact fixed price for your date and address is shown on the booking form before you pay, and does not change with traffic.
Pickup from your door
Book the pickup for about 3 hours before a short-haul departure (an hour more for long-haul). With a drive of about 1 h 20 min from Southend-on-Sea, that leaves roughly 1 hour 45 minutes at Luton for check-in, bag drop and security in normal traffic. The driver comes to your door, loads the luggage and brings free child seats if you ask for them. Luton has one terminal and the car drops you right outside it; the DART shuttle is only needed by passengers arriving by train.
Arriving back
Flying back into Luton? Your driver tracks the flight and waits in the arrivals hall with your name on a sign. The first 60 minutes after landing are free and parking is already in the price, so a long passport queue costs you nothing. Book "Return" on the form to reserve both journeys at once with a discount on the way home to Southend-on-Sea.
More information
See our Luton Airport transfers page and the Luton Airport pickup guide. Related route: Taxi from Central London to Luton Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Luton Airport?
About 67 miles (108 km).
How long does the journey take?
Usually 1 hour 20 minutes from Southend-on-Sea to Luton, more in the morning and evening peaks.
How much is a taxi from Southend-on-Sea to Luton Airport?
From about £140 in an Economy Sedan for up to 4 passengers, or about £230 in a Standard Van for up to 6. The price is per vehicle.
How early should I be collected?
About 3 hours before a short-haul departure, which leaves around 1 hour 45 minutes at the airport; add an hour for long-haul.
Are child seats available?
Yes. Child and booster seats are free; add the ages in the booking notes.
