Fixed-fare taxis and minibuses from Basildon to London Southend Airport — a straight A127 run, one fixed price the whole way, 60 minutes' free wait, and a driver who knows the A127 corridor.
Distance
~12 mi
Drive time
20–30 min
Route
A127
From*
£31
The Basildon → Southend run
We cover Basildon, Pitsea, Laindon, Vange and the Wickford edge by Gloucester Park. The A127 carries you in from Basildon; we watch the live traffic so the timing holds at rush hour too.
- Saloon, MPV, 8-seater and minibus options for any group
- Free meet & greet — driver inside arrivals with a name board
- Fixed fare — no surge, no meter, agreed before you travel
Coming back? See Southend to Basildon for the arrival leg.
Basildon to Southend fixed fares (indicative)
| Vehicle | Best for | From* |
|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 1–4 passengers | £31 |
| MPV | 1–6 passengers | £41 |
| 8 Seater | 1–7 passengers | £53 |
| 9 Seater | 1–8 passengers | £56 |
*Indicative, from RushXO's real rate card — confirmed at booking.
Basildon to Southend FAQs
How long is Basildon to Southend?
About 20–30 minutes for the ~12-mile drive via the A127.
Do you wait if my flight is delayed?
Yes — we track the flight, and the first 60 minutes of waiting are free.
Do you cover the villages near Basildon?
Yes — Basildon, Pitsea, Laindon, Vange and the Wickford edge by Gloucester Park.
Book your Basildon to Southend transfer
The price you’re quoted is the price you pay — no surge, no meter. Book online, message us on WhatsApp, or call.