What is the cheapest way to get from Bedford to West Mersea?

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to West Mersea is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bedford to West Mersea?

The fastest way to get from Bedford to West Mersea is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and West Mersea?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to West Mersea. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Colchester Town via Farringdon station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Bedford to West Mersea?

The distance between Bedford and West Mersea is 116 miles. The road distance is 79.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bedford to West Mersea without a car?

The best way to get from Bedford to West Mersea without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 3h 18m and costs £50 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Bedford to West Mersea?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Bedford to West Mersea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to West Mersea train from?

Bedford to West Mersea train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.

Where does the Bedford to West Mersea train arrive?

Bedford to West Mersea train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Bedford to West Mersea?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to West Mersea is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Bedford to West Mersea.

Where can I stay near West Mersea?

There are 821+ hotels available in West Mersea.

Bedford to West Mersea - 3 ways to travel via train, line 55 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bedford to West Mersea by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Town station to Barfield Rdbus 68 / ...
3h 18m
£51–80
Drive 79.2 mi
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1. Drive from Bedford to West Merseacar 79.2 mi
1h 43m
£20–29
Train
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town
4h 32m
£62–78

Bedford to West Mersea by train, subway, and bus

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3h 18mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.2 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and West Mersea, England?

You can take a train from Bedford to Melrose Rd via Farringdon, Farringdon station, Liverpool Street station, London Liverpool Street, Colchester Town, and Town station in around 4h 32m.

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