How far is Essex from London?

The county of Essex in the United Kingdom borders the city of London. As the two areas border one another, there is no absolute distance between the two.

Essex sits directly southwest of the city of London and also borders the sea. Essex connects to London via several public transportation options, including buses and trains. The A12 and A13 motorways provide direct access between the two locations. Many commuters travel between London and Essex on a daily basis. The journey by car takes approximately one hour from center to center, while the journey by train is of a comparable length.