Fixed-fare taxis and minibuses from Colchester to London Southend Airport — a run to Britain's oldest town up the A12, TFL licensed drivers, free meet & greet, and a fixed fare agreed before you travel.
Distance
~42 mi
Drive time
55–75 min
Route
A12
From*
£73
The Colchester → Southend run
We cover Colchester, Stanway, Lexden, the Hythe and the garrison quarter. Book a saloon for one or two, or an MPV, 8-seater or minibus for the group — one fixed fare either way.
- Free meet & greet — driver inside arrivals with a name board
- Fixed fare — no surge, no meter, agreed before you travel
- Saloon, MPV, 8-seater and minibus options for any group
Coming back? See Southend to Colchester for the arrival leg.
Colchester to Southend fixed fares (indicative)
| Vehicle | Best for | From* |
|---|---|---|
| Saloon | 1–4 passengers | £73 |
| MPV | 1–6 passengers | £96 |
| 8 Seater | 1–7 passengers | £126 |
| 9 Seater | 1–8 passengers | £132 |
*Indicative, from RushXO's real rate card — confirmed at booking.
Colchester to Southend FAQs
How long is Colchester to Southend?
About 55–75 minutes for the ~42-mile drive via the A12.
Where will my driver be at Southend?
Inside the Southend arrivals hall with a name board, after baggage reclaim.
Can a group travel together to Colchester?
Yes — MPVs, 8-seaters and minibuses serve Colchester, Stanway, Lexden, the Hythe and the garrison quarter at one fixed fare.
Book your Colchester 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.