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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Mersea Island is to bus which costs £11 - £21 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Mersea Island is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Mersea Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Mersea Island. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at High Street via Coach Station, Railway Station and Angel Court. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Mersea Island?

The distance between Cambridge and Mersea Island is 84 miles. The road distance is 55.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Mersea Island without a car is to train and line 55 bus which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Cambridge to Mersea Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Mersea Island bus from?

Cambridge to Mersea Island bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where does the Cambridge to Mersea Island bus arrive?

Cambridge to Mersea Island bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Mersea Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Mersea Island is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Cambridge to Mersea Island.

Where can I stay near Mersea Island?

There are 863+ hotels available in Mersea Island.

Cambridge to Mersea Island - 5 ways to travel via train, line 55 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cambridge to Mersea Island by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 55 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Stowmarkettrain
2. Take the train from Stowmarket to Colchestertrain
3. Take the bus from Town station to Waldegraves Caravan Parkbus 55 / ...
2h 54m
£38–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Stationbus 717
3. Take the bus from Angel Court to High Streetbus 55 / ...
3h 33m
£11–21
Drive 55.2 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to West Merseacar 55.2 mi
1h 23m
£14–20
Train, line 68 bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Colchestertrain Cambridge - Colchester
2. Take the bus from Groves Close to High Streetbus 68
3h 7m
£37–57
Bus, line 41 bus, line 44 bus
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Road to Bus Stationbus 13 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 41
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 44 / ...
4h 59m
£11–18

Cambridge to Mersea Island by train and bus

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Distance: 83.2 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Parkside to High Street via Coach Station, Railway Station, High Street, and Angel Court in around 3h 33m.

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