Fixed-fare taxis and minibuses from Chelmsford to London Southend Airport — an Essex-county-town run via the A130, a TFL licensed driver, a fixed price with no surge, and free meet & greet at the airport.
Distance
~18 mi
Drive time
28–40 min
Route
A130 · A12
From*
£46
The Chelmsford → Southend run
We cover Chelmsford, Great Baddow, Springfield, Galleywood and the Wickford edge. It's an early-start favourite: a quiet, pre-booked car to the terminal, the fare locked in so a jam never changes the price.
- Flight tracked, with 60 minutes' free wait if you're held up
- Help with your luggage door to door
- One clear price — nothing to pay at a barrier or to a meter
Coming back? See Southend to Chelmsford for the arrival leg.
Chelmsford to Southend fixed fares (indicative)
| Vehicle | Best for | From* |
|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 1–4 passengers | £46 |
| MPV | 1–6 passengers | £61 |
| 8 Seater | 1–7 passengers | £80 |
| 9 Seater | 1–8 passengers | £84 |
*Indicative, from RushXO's real rate card — confirmed at booking.
Chelmsford to Southend FAQs
How long is Chelmsford to Southend?
About 28–40 minutes for the ~18-mile drive via the A130 and A12.
Where will my driver be at Southend?
Inside the Southend arrivals hall with a name board, after baggage reclaim.
Do you cover the villages near Chelmsford?
Yes — Chelmsford, Great Baddow, Springfield, Galleywood and the Wickford edge.
Book your Chelmsford 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.