What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Mersea Island?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Mersea Island is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Mersea Island?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Colchester Town via Waterloo station, Stratford (London) and Colchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Mersea Island?

The distance between Bournemouth and Mersea Island is 175 miles. The road distance is 163.1 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Mersea Island without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Mersea Island without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Mersea Island?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Bournemouth to Mersea Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Mersea Island train from?

Bournemouth to Mersea Island train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Mersea Island train arrive?

Bournemouth to Mersea Island train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Mersea Island is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Bournemouth to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 1005+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Bournemouth to Mersea Island - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Mersea Island by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 31m
£69–126
Drive 162.2 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to West Merseacar 162.2 mi
3h 29m
£41–59
Train via High Street
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchester Towntrain London Liverpool Street - Colchester Town
5h 28m
£69–129
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Liverpool Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Chelmsfordtrain
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 371 / ...
6h 33m
£81–137

Bournemouth to Mersea Island by train, subway, and bus

142Weekly Services

4h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.4 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Mersea Island, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Waldegraves Caravan Park via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Stratford station, Stratford (London), Colchester, Colchester Town, and Town station in around 4h 31m.

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